📜 Historic public execution site in York, England. 🔍 Operated from 14th to 19th century, known for the 'Three-Legged Mare' gallows and also referred to as "The Tyburn" due to its connection with a similar site in London.

Why Go

🚶 Easy to spot, raised platform with information placard
💀 Explore a significant site of capital punishment history
🐎 Learn about the infamous highwayman Dick Turpin's execution
📚 Discover medieval justice practices and public spectacles
🐎 Close to York Racecourse, where attendees would gather

Why Avoid

💤 Location itself is not visually interesting
⚠️ Area can be congested during race weekends

Tips

🅿️ No on-site parking, try Cherry Lane (10 min walk)
📍 Marked by a paved area and memorial plinth on Tadcaster Road

Hours

🕒 Always accessible, outdoor historical site