Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 57min
- Price from
- $7 / person
- Location
- York, United Kingdom
- Languages
- DE, EN
- Group
- Up to 99 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Red Thread
- Meeting point
- From York's main station, take local public transport toward York's Chocolate Story. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to York's Chocolate Story, York, United Kingdom. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Description
Discover York through the city’s remarkable chocolate legacy. Beyond medieval walls lies a story of radical theology, immense wealth and roasting cocoa. Follow a former chef and a local historian as they explore the Rowntree, Terry and Craven families and the idea of ethical capitalism. See how faith and civic duty shaped global confectionery empires, model villages, libraries and parks for workers. From a hidden Quaker meeting house to Art Deco industrial landmarks, this self-guided route reveals the struggle to balance profit with human dignity. - A 4.2 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 117 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Foodways & Culinary Identity and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $7
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
York's Chocolate Story
The essential starting point to understand York's 300-year history of chocolate making and the main chocolate families.
Friargate Quaker Meeting House
The spiritual heart of the tour, where the Quaker faith of the Rowntree family was practiced.
St. Helen's Square
The original site of Terry's shop, where the company transitioned from apothecary to luxury chocolate brand.
York
The site of Rowntree's first major factory at Tanner's Moat, where harsh conditions inspired groundbreaking social reform.
Rowntree Park
A 20-acre park gifted by the Rowntree family as a memorial to workers who died in WWI.
York
The grand Art Deco Chocolate Works factory built by the Terry family, now repurposed and standing as a monument to the industrial empire.
What's included
Included
Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
How it compares in York
- Starting price $7 is 71% below the typical $23 for tours of similar length in York
Excurgo comparison of 179 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties take?
Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties lasts about 1h 57min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties cost?
Prices start at $7 per person for this York experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is From York's main station, take local public transport toward York's Chocolate Story. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to York's Chocolate Story, York, United Kingdom. Check the current local connection on the day of travel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Self-Guided Podcast Tour: Yorks Chocolate Dynasties offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 99 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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