Fairfax House
Used as a cinema and ballroom from the 1920s, a pair of Georgian houses expertly restored in recent years.
Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN
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Unfortunately, Fairfax House is currently inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Entry to the house is via six stone steps (there is a handrail for additional support). Please notify a member of staff should you need assistance entering.
Pushchairs cannot be taken into the house, however they can be stored in our reception area.
Fairfax House covers two floors, with access to the first floor by staircase only (29 steps separated with two half-landings).
There is a chair situated in each room available for visitor use. Lightweight walking stick seats are also available on request from the front desk.
Lockers are available free of charge.
Hire Fairfax House
Fairfax House can also be hired for a reception, corporate event or meeting.
The Saloon offers you a perfect backdrop for any of these events and can comfortably accommodate 50-70 guests. Alternatively the room can be configured for 50 guests seated for an auditorium style event or for 20 in a board table arrangement.
Wine and canapés, finger buffet or tea, coffee and biscuits if you prefer, can all be arranged. (Buffet menu choices and a range of canapés are available on request).
You may like to also consider including a private tour of the house and access to one of the changing exhibitions that the museum features throughout the year.
We are also happy to make arrangements for a musician, instrumental group or vocalist to provide music for your event.
Please contact us for more information:
Unfortunately, Fairfax House is currently inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Entry to the house is via six stone steps (there is a handrail for additional support). Please notify a member of staff should you need assistance entering.
Pushchairs cannot be taken into the house, however they can be stored in our reception area.
Fairfax House covers two floors, with access to the first floor by staircase only (29 steps separated with two half-landings).
There is a chair situated in each room available for visitor use. Lightweight walking stick seats are also available on request from the front desk.
Lockers are available free of charge.