Barley Hall - Free Audio Guide

Barley Hall is a reconstructed medieval townhouse in York, originally built around 1360 by the monks of Nostell Priory. The building served as a hospice for the monks before falling into disrepair by the 20th century. Purchased by the York Archaeological Trust in 1987, Barley Hall underwent significant restoration to recreate its appearance around 1483. The Hall features an impressive Great Hall, various rooms with original woodwork, and exhibitions that highlight medieval life. It is a grade II listed building, significant for its historical architecture and cultural displays, and it attracts visitors interested in the medieval period.