Ten years on: the Foss, reflecting changes
On Monday I went for a ‘ten years on‘ walk, revisiting locations I took photos of a decade ago.
From the paved bank of the Foss between Foss Bridge and Rowntree Wharf, in 2004.
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New paving, King’s Square
As I’m sure most people know by now, the new paving in King’s Square, phase 1 of it, has recently been revealed. Photos and comments on social media and letters to the Press suggest that the reaction has been 99% negative. I thought I’d try to find something positive to say.
More …Fancy a pint? Pub news: King’s Square and beyond
While we’ve all been casting our eyes over the cobbles and debating the paving in King’s Square, this new bar was quietly taking shape, in premises in the square.
More …Demolition of Sessions print works
Photos of the demolition of Sessions printing works on Huntington Road (the location of the ‘Ebor Press’ for many years).
More …Engine house
The back of the engine house, in August 2007. If windows are the eyes of a building then these look like tired eyes.
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New views, Bootham Park
Another site revisited, catching up on developments — or rather, demolitions. Bootham Park Court was nurses’ accommodation, late 20th century and not … More …
Shipton Street School: update
Time to catch up on some changes to places previously featured on these pages. Firstly, Shipton St School.
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Work moves on apace, with … More …
West Offices work completed
The building work on West Offices is finished (outside, fitting out the inside will take a little longer). These photos were taken from the city walls in late November.
The view towards York Minster is one of the most photographed and familiar views, from the wall walk beginning at Micklegate … More …