During the Medieval and Tudor periods, Castlegate was the main thoroughfare linking Ouse Bridge and the town centre with the outer bailey of York Castle.

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Some of the Georgian buildings on the east side of Castlegate, viewed from the northwest. Note the spire of St Mary's Church in the distance (top right).

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A view from the opposite end of Castlegate showing St Mary's Church spire (left) and the attractive Georgian facade of Fairfax House (right).