Shopping in York - details of the main shopping streets in York and the types of shops available
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York has a thriving business community with an abundance of shopping streets overflowing with just about every type of shop selling many varied goods.
York's streets are not only home to splendid shops and exciting tourist attractions: many are stars in their own right. Here are some of the more interesting ones:
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Fossgate & Walmgate
Historic Fossgate runs from Pavement down to the River Foss and the start of Walmgate. It was once known as Tricksters Lane after the unscrupulous traders who set up shop there.
Goodramgate
Old buildings abound in Goodramgate, including the oldest row of houses in York - and possibly the country.
Swinegate Quarter & Grape Lane
This area now known as the Swinegate Quarter is home to numerous shops, galleries and trendy bars and restaurants.
Petergate
The busy shopping street of Petergate runs almost from one side of the ancient city to the other, from Bootham Bar into lively King's Square.
Newgate Market
York once had many markets for different products scattered around the city, but since Victorian times a single market has served the city.
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