Fall in Love with York – like Amanda Lamb

York is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the UK.

Its combination of history, culture, education and excellent amenities means the city consistently performs well in national comparisons for quality of life. York is widely regarded as one of the safest and most welcoming cities in the North of England.

Life in York offers the perfect mix of city convenience and small-town charm.

Locals enjoy historic streets, a vibrant city centre, independent shops, riverside walks and a strong sense of community. The city's a manageable size, with excellent schools and plenty of green space to enjoy making it ideal for everyone.

York is packed with attractions, from the iconic York Minster and The Shambles to the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum, and scenic walks along the city walls.

You'll find plenty of cosy British pubs, award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping and riverside cades. And when you want a change of scenery, day trips to the Yorkshire Dales, Howardian Hills, and North York Moors are within easy reach.

York offers outstanding education options at every level.

The city is home to several Ofsted 'Outstanding' primary and secondary schools, as well at The University of York, one of the UK's top research institutions. Within minutes of our homes at The Cocoa Works and Cocoa Gardens, you'll find Haxby Road Primary School, Park Gove Primary Academy, and St Wildrid's Catholic Primary School.

York has many popular neighbourhoods. The Cocoa Works offers a unique opportunity to own a new home in a beautifully restored heritage setting.

Next door, Cocoa Gardens' brand-new homes is an oasis of tree-lined calm and a connection to nature with two, three and four bedroom homes available, both a short distance from the centre of York.