St Anthony's Gardens Friends of York Art Gallery Fine Art Store Terry's Factory Clock Tower September 2025
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th
a photograph of a fine art store showing oil paintings in storage hanging on racks

Experience familiar places through fresh eyes and uncover hidden treasures

St Mary's Tower Queue of visitors attending open house event in York

York Unlocked opens the most interesting and significant buildings in York to the public completely for free. It’s a weekend festival that allows residents and visitors to see York in a new way, and aims to educate and inspire a love of architecture.   

This year the event will be on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September 2025.

York Unlocked is inspired by the success of Doors Open Days and Open House events across the UK and Europe.

Donations welcome

York Unlocked is managed by a small team of volunteers, your support is greatly appreciated.

We aim to educate and inspire discussions on the value of architecture and urban design