York (YO1)

The walled city of York in North Yorkshire lies at the confluence of two rivers, the Foss and River Ouse. It is a fascinating city with a rich historical heritage dating back to 71 AD. York has been the centre of key political and economical events in Europe from the time it was founded as a Roman Eboracum. Today, the city has a wealth of historical attractions including the York Minster as well as a host of sporting and cultural activities all year round. It is only 21 miles from the city of Leeds and has a population of around 128,051 according to the 2011 UK census.

The economy of York basically revolves around the service industry in different sectors including tourism, health, finance, and education. Tourism plays a key role in York’s economy. This is mainly due to York’s historical attractions and the great shopping experience the city provides. Major shopping streets of York, such as the famous York Snickleways, are usually packed with shoppers looking for designer labels, jewellery, and high street name products. High street names in the city centre include Marks & Spencer, Browns of York, and BHS among others. The Newgate, Swinegate, and Micklegate markets as well as the modern Coppergate shopping complex provide a unique shopping experience in York.