York Minster

Fascinating Facts

York Minster has a rich and varied history, much of which is very well known.  However, there are some facts which are less well known, read on to find out some interesting but little known facts on York Minster.

Fact 1

York Minster's full title is the Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of St Peter in York.

Fact 2

There are 16 miles of scaffolding covering the East Front of York Minster: enough to stretch from the Minster to Castle Howard.

Fact 3

York Minster has its own Police Force - one of only two cathedrals in the world to do so.

Fact 4

York-born actress Judi Dench is the patron of the Friends of York Minster.

Fact 5

Alan Titchmarsh recently showed his support for York Minster's Development Campaign by giving an evening of anecdotes at the Minster in aid of the campaign.