Treasurer's House - National Trust

Treasurer's House - National Trust A tucked away town house in the centre of York, explore the house and visit the café and garden. For anything urgent contact the property directly.

Treasurer's House in York is now cared for by the National Trust. Given in 1930 by Frank Green, a wealthy Edwardian industrialist and avid collector, it was the first house to ever be given to the charity complete with a collection. The Treasurer's House you see today is the work and commitment of Frank Green, who owned the house between 1897 and 1930. During this time, he redesigned the rooms in

the style of different historic periods to house his ever-growing collection of antiques. Things are a little different just now, pre-book your place via the website, for a small group tour around the house or drop in to check availability on the day, and to enjoy the garden on open days. No booking is needed to explore the house without a tour during the festive season. Just around the corner on Goodramgate is the large National Trust shop for all your browsing needs. We will respond to any messages and comment just as soon as we can, although this might not always be on the same day. Got a membership enquiry? Please email: [email protected]

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We love seeing the creativity of visitors, staff and volunteers alike. This is from the talented Sue who manages to capt...
08/04/2026

We love seeing the creativity of visitors, staff and volunteers alike. This is from the talented Sue who manages to capture some unique and amazing angles wherever she visits… and the lack of colour just adds to the atmosphere.

(Image description) Black and white photograph showing the close-up details of an old metal gate with a sign on brick wall saying, ‘The property of the National Trust’.

Join a ‘By appointment’ tour to uncover more about Mr. Frank Green who created the vision of Treasurer’s House we see to...
02/04/2026

Join a ‘By appointment’ tour to uncover more about Mr. Frank Green who created the vision of Treasurer’s House we see today… room layout, style and collection.

Hear about extravagant parties, meticulous expectations and a generosity of spirit leading to his gift to the National Trust of his home and several other historic buildings in the heart of York.

You can join this tour Mondays to Wednesdays and on Saturdays. For visitors with sight loss where an enhanced audio described and touch tour might benefit their experience. Get in touch and book your place on the sensory tours running the first Tuesday of the month.

Get an idea of what to expect: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/treasurers-house-york/things-to-see-and-do-in-the-house-at-treasurers-house

(Image description) Black and white image of a man smartly dressed in a suit with a cane and bowler hat.

We are now open, 11am – 4pm, Saturday – Wednesday. Visit for tour exploring the history of this postcode, visit for the ...
30/03/2026

We are now open, 11am – 4pm, Saturday – Wednesday.

Visit for tour exploring the history of this postcode, visit for the fresh bakes in the café, or simply visit for the view.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

(Image description) view across a lawned garden with statues to a large Minster beyond the wall and gate

Just 1 week to go until the doors are open once more for the award-winning tours at Treasurer’s House. From tales of pas...
23/03/2026

Just 1 week to go until the doors are open once more for the award-winning tours at Treasurer’s House.

From tales of past residents on Sundays, to more about Mr Frank Green and his amazing home and collection on Saturdays and Monday to Wednesday.

Tickets are now on sale to book your space on a tour or drop in on the day on a first come basis. The café and garden are open for everyone, in line with the house opening times.

Plan your visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/treasurers-house-york

© National Trust Images / Annapurna Mellor
(Image description) people smiling in a historic room listening to a tour guide

📢Tickets now on sale 📢We’re putting the finishing touches to the deep winter clean, the garden is starting to bloom, the...
12/03/2026

📢Tickets now on sale 📢

We’re putting the finishing touches to the deep winter clean, the garden is starting to bloom, the tour guides are warming up their vocal cords, and the cooks are getting set to batch cook seasonal favourites.

Re-opening from 30 March, Saturday to Wednesday, 11am – 4pm. Tours run every 15 minutes with the last tour at 3pm… and tickets are on sale now.

We always recommend booking to get your preferred slot, or spaces are available on the day on a first come, first served basis.

Find out about the different tours, plan the rest of your visit and book your space online:

Plan a visit to Treasurer's House, next door to the Minster in York, North Yorkshire

“I don’t know about ghosts – you know I had never seen a ghost before that day, and I have never seen one since. But I d...
22/02/2026

“I don’t know about ghosts – you know I had never seen a ghost before that day, and I have never seen one since. But I do know what I saw down here that day.”

Said a young Harry Martindale, Apprentice Heating Engineer, of his infamous encounter with a legion of ghostly Roman soldiers in the basement of Treasurer’s House.

That was over 70 years’ ago but it’s become a part of York’s folklore. In fact, any alleged sighting of the Romans all took place in the 1950s but despite several more regular ghost spots in the house, it remains the story people want to hear about.

Grab a brew and read all about the ghosts of Treasurer’s House, on the anniversary of Harry’s experience back in 1957: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/treasurers-house-york/ghosts-of-treasurers-house

(Image description) mock-up of a ghostly Roman soldier

It’s an ongoing challenge to care for the silk curtains in the Queen’s Room – part of the original 1930’s gift of the ho...
19/02/2026

It’s an ongoing challenge to care for the silk curtains in the Queen’s Room – part of the original 1930’s gift of the house and contents by Frank Green.

Today the conservation team carefully took down the curtains to allow for ongoing remedial work by Textiles Conservator Melanie. Here she’s adding a fine mesh which offers support for the delicate fabrics. It can be dyed to match the colour and when carefully attached, the visual impact of the work is minimal, but the impact to longevity is significant.

These gorgeous curtains date from around 1820 and the first repairs may have been as early as 1920. They were probably first netted in the 1960s with the last done in 2010. This ongoing work will continue, following the most up to date practices and techniques.

Be sure to get a close look when you next visit the Queen’s Room, but please refrain from touching, to help preserve them a little longer.

(Image description) 1. Woman sewing on decorative silk curtains on a table with a bright light. 2. People in a historic room unhooking curtains from a tall scaffold tower with someone holding them. 3. Two people laying curtains on lightweight durable material in a historic room.

Are you out and about enjoying the York Ice Trail? There’s a King Arthur related sculpture outside the shop around the c...
07/02/2026

Are you out and about enjoying the York Ice Trail?

There’s a King Arthur related sculpture outside the shop around the corner on Goodramgate.

They’ve got the leaflets and got pens if you want to tick off as you go. Happy exploring.

The garden team have been busy removing the box hedges from the upper platforms, primarily due to pests and diseases.Map...
20/01/2026

The garden team have been busy removing the box hedges from the upper platforms, primarily due to pests and diseases.

Maps from the 1980s show a selection of shrubs planted on these upper landings. The team are further investigating the archives to try and find evidence of how the area looked when the platforms were first built by Frank Green.

For now, it opens the views to York Minster.

(Image description) 1. A bricked platform in a garden with a statue of a women next to it. 2. View across a garden to a stone house, with a metal fence on an elevated platform. 3. Gardener crouched with long handled loppers cutting at a hedge. 4. People working in a garden with large bags for debris and a Minster beyond.

Just like you in this cold snap, some of your plants might need an extra layer to help protect them from the worst of th...
07/01/2026

Just like you in this cold snap, some of your plants might need an extra layer to help protect them from the worst of the cold.

Here are a few top tips…
❄️Lift plants off the ground - old pallets or broken stones are good.
❄️If you can’t move them, wrap the individual plant and pot – horticulture fleece is made for this. It’s a common sight in the garden at Treasurer’s House to protect the sandstone statues.
❄️Move all your tender plants to one area - as sheltered as possible.
❄️And if you do have an indoor space like the glasshouse at Goddards, set a temperature-controlled heater to keep frost free.
❄️Insulate the space – repurposed bubble wrap is a great option.
❄️Around the garden, adding mulch has many benefits, not only to protect new shoots and insulate the ground, it adds nutrients as it breaks down.

© National Trust Images / Arnhel de Serra / James Dobson
(Image description) 1. Misty view of a house and garden with statues wrapped up. 2. Glasshouse full of plants wrapped in bubble-wrap. 3. Man shovelling mulch.

One of the first jobs of the year is to stop the clocks. The clock mechanisms all around the house are rested when the h...
02/01/2026

One of the first jobs of the year is to stop the clocks.

The clock mechanisms all around the house are rested when the house is closed for a period of time. This follows the latest advice from the horologist who help to ensure their optimum care and longevity.

The longcase clock found in the entrance hall dates to around 1690 and was made in London by Benjamin Merriman. After a long and successful 2025 season, it has earned a break and will be back ticking in spring before we know it.

(Image description) Open grandfather clock case with still pendulums in a stone hall where other wooden furniture can be seen and closed blinds.

Happy Christmas and enjoy your pudding or dessert of choice.We are of course a little fond of the flavours of Christmas ...
25/12/2025

Happy Christmas and enjoy your pudding or dessert of choice.

We are of course a little fond of the flavours of Christmas puddings😉.

© National Trust Images / James Dobson
(Image description) Brandy sauce being poured onto a Christmas pudding.

Address

Treasurer's House, Minster Yard
York
YO17JL

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

01904 624247

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