Shambles, York

Shambles, York Little Shambles leads to the Shambles Market. This page is run by the Shambles Area Traders' Association (SATA).

Shambles in York is a narrow cobbled street of mostly timber buildings housing a variety of shops, cafes and a tavern and the shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow. The aims and objectives are to promote, enhance and support the interests of businesses who trade within the Shambles Area, York, and also to promote the interests of the local community wherever possible. We are not able to respond on behalf of individual businesses that trade in the Shambles, please contact hem directly.

09/06/2026

Beware!

Important announcement regarding Little Saffrons
09/06/2026

Important announcement regarding Little Saffrons

10/05/2026

We don't do drama here, but this is worth addressing as it's popular press clickbait at the moment

I can't read the article as it's stuck behind a paywall (I ain't paying a penny to The Sun!) but I do know that The Wizard Walk of York and WizardFest 2026 - York’s Festival of Wizardry are mentioned so here goes...

✨ There is only ONE actual Harry Potter shop on Shambles, York - The Shop That Must Not Be Named - despite articles, and some locals, claiming it's a street full of them!

✨ We aren't a Harry Potter tour, and never make any claims that York has anything to do with it. There are no filming locations (not even the train station - another myth) and it wasn't JK Rowling's inspiration. But York IS popular with magic fans, and the theme suits the winding alleys and cobbled streets.

✨ Our tours don't go up or down Shambles, we've no interest in battling through the crowds with a big crowd of our own!

✨ I've heard some locals say wizardry is a fad that will disappear soon, but it's been going strong for almost 30 years. There's a new ten-year TV series coming out soon too, which will bring a whole new generation of fans

✨ Many local businesses and families love the theme. We're big on supporting 'local' and work closely with many shops and attractions to conjure up new magical partnerships!

✨ Wizardry doesn't replace history, all of York's rich history is still out there for anyone to find. There are countless museums, trails and historical tours...wizardry just gives families another option

✨ Not everything in York needs to be about history or heritage. Wizardry drives tourism to York, creates jobs, boosts the local economy and offers families something else, something different, and something magical!
..as for adults in fancy dress, we're all about people embracing what they enjoy and finding the FUN in life. I've even been known to dress as a wizard myself occasionally (!)

Long live the MAGIC, the world needs more of it 🪄

23/04/2026
25/12/2025
This little gem is not far from the Shambles.
05/12/2025

This little gem is not far from the Shambles.

05/12/2025
05/12/2025

**VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE**

Please be aware that someone has set up a website pertaining to be Little Saffrons of Shambles York. THIS IS A SCAM, they have purchased a domain and are using Little Saffrons address etc. Little Saffrons do not trade online and only have a page. Trading standards and other relevant authorities have been advised.

Such sad news, he was an inspiration, RIP Purple Man 🥲
02/12/2025

Such sad news, he was an inspiration, RIP Purple Man 🥲

Very sad. He was something special who stayed positive despite some very troubling times. Do share your memories below 💜

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