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Ghosts in the Gardens

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Your York BID 

Ghosts in the Gardens

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Cementing York’s reputation as one of the most haunted cities in Europe, York BID brings you Ghosts in the Gardens – historic sculptures in beautiful settings.

From September, York's streets and green spaces will once again play host to a city-wide gathering of ghostly figures as our Ghosts in the Gardens take their places across historic sites.

Now a cornerstone of York's cultural calendar, Ghosts in the Gardens has already attracted thousands of visitors to the city, encouraging people to explore York in a new way - discovering gardens, ruins, and hidden corners they may never have seen before.

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Drawing visitors across the city to explore York’s rich history, green spaces, and hidden stories.

Crafted in partnership with York-based creative team Unconventional Design, the translucent wire-mesh figures range from soldiers to monks, each one evoking a different layer of the city's haunted past.

The Ghosts in the Gardens trail remains free to enjoy, making it accessible for all.

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