Friargate Quaker Meeting House, York

Friargate Quaker Meeting House, York Quakers have been worshiping at Friargate in the heart of York since 1674. Lunchtime Meeting for Worship is every Wednesday in person at Friargate at 1:15pm.

We are located in the centre of York, UK, near Clifford's Tower on the upper part of Friargate, between Clifford Street and Castlegate. On Sundays, we meet for Quaker Worship at 10.30am in person at Friargate and also on Zoom. On Sundays we also have children's activities for different age groups. Please email for more information and Zoom links. Due to Covid-19, we ask that you still wear masks w

ithin the building and use the hand sanitizer provided. All rooms are wheelchair accessible, WiFi and a hearing loop are provided. Contact [email protected] for booking enquiries and to discuss our new guidelines.

York area meeting was held at Acomb Quaker Meeting House this evening.“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balan...
13/05/2026

York area meeting was held at Acomb Quaker Meeting House this evening.

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.”
Albert Einstein




🌍 Today is Earth Day, a moment to reflect on our relationship with the planet and the values that guide how we protect i...
22/04/2026

🌍 Today is Earth Day, a moment to reflect on our relationship with the planet and the values that guide how we protect it. Caring for the Earth is inseparable from caring for each other.

York is known for its green spaces and cycle routes, but also for the river flooding since the Middle Ages, reminding us that living alongside nature always brings both beauty and challenge.

🐞 But there’s another story to the River Ouse. It is also home to the beautiful and rare Tansy beetle. Once found all across Britain, it has declined over time due to habitat loss. The Tansy now survives mainly along a small stretch of the Ouse, making York vital for its survival.
A small but powerful symbol of how important local habitats are, and of the resilience of nature when it is allowed to thrive.

🤝 Quakers have long aimed to live simply, with the belief that people and nature thrive together.

“We do not own the world, and its riches are not ours to dispose of at will. Show a loving consideration for all creatures, and seek to maintain the beauty and variety of the world. Work to ensure that our increasing power over nature is used responsibly, with reverence for life. Rejoice in the splendour of God’s continuing creation.”
— Advices & Queries 42

If you’d like to learn more about Quaker life and values, pop into Friargate Quaker Meeting House for information and a warm welcome.

Have you seen what's happening at Thirsk Quaker meeting house? 👉 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | February 23 | 7:00pm (doors o...
17/02/2026

Have you seen what's happening at Thirsk Quaker meeting house?

👉 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | February 23 | 7:00pm (doors open from 6:30pm)
The rapid advance of A.I.—from LLMs and Gemini to powerful new chips—creates uncertainty about jobs and democracy while amplifying the influence of those who control it, alongside Elon Musk’s transhumanist ambitions through Neuralink.

👉 JUST WAR | March 16 | 7:00pm (doors open from 6:30pm)
Is Pacifism a viable alternative?
How will new technologies and the use of drones affect future wars?
The history of Just War thinking from St. Augustine though St. Thomas Aquinas and up to the present day will be explained and its relevance evaluated.

👉 THE PROBLEM OF TRUTH | March 23 | 7:00pm (doors open from 6:30pm)
We live in a world dominated by relativism, postmodernism and nihilism. The idea of any absolute Truth is increasingly challenged. Can there be claims to absolute Truth in Ethics, Religion or Politics and, if so, where can they be found? Different approaches to truth will be explained and evaluated not least with competing religious and ethical claims to truth around the world.

All lectures will be held at:
Quaker Meeting House,
24 Kirkgate,
Thirsk,
North Yorkshire,
YO7 1PL

6.30pm for 7.00pm. Entry is free but as space is limited please email: [email protected] to reserve a place.

Non-alcholic wine and refreshments will be served

13/02/2026

York has a long and significant Quaker history. In 1651, George Fox was thrown out of York Minster for preaching against the established church, an event that highlights how radical Quaker ideas were at the time.

Central to Quaker belief is the idea that faith must be lived out through action. This meant engaging in useful work and actively seeking to improve the lives of others.
In York, Quakers played an important role in efforts to improve working and living conditions. Their work included the establishment of Adult Schools, initiatives to improve public health, and involvement in slum clearance.

This practical approach to faith, rooted in social responsibility, shaped the city of York and continues to influence how Quaker values are understood today.

Find more stories, research, and resources on Rowntree history on our website: https://www.rowntreesociety.org.uk/

Thank you to our wonderful social committee team at Friargate Quakers meeting house for organizing our Mid-Winter Party....
18/01/2026

Thank you to our wonderful social committee team at Friargate Quakers meeting house for organizing our Mid-Winter Party. There was food, games and quizzes and it was lovely to catch up with old and new Friends on a rainy day in York!

What are you doing after work?Tonight is our last evening meeting for worship of 2025 at Friargate Quakers Meeting House...
10/12/2025

What are you doing after work?
Tonight is our last evening meeting for worship of 2025 at Friargate Quakers Meeting House.
Come and join us!

The meeting starts at 5:30pm, lasts for one hour and will be followed by a hot jacket potato.

Bring hearts and minds prepared, plus your favorite potato topping!
All Welcome




Our gorgeous tree was delivered by and was decorated by the children on Sunday. We all think it looks fabulous
09/12/2025

Our gorgeous tree was delivered by and was decorated by the children on Sunday. We all think it looks fabulous

Evening Meeting for Workshop📆 Wednesday, 12th November ⏰ 5:30pm 📍 Friargate Quakers Meeting House, YorkC...
10/11/2025

Evening Meeting for Workshop

📆 Wednesday, 12th November
⏰ 5:30pm
📍 Friargate Quakers Meeting House, York

Come to our evening meeting for worship on Wednesday at 5:30pm. The Quaker meeting lasts one hour followed by a shared meal of baked potatoes. Bring hearts and mind prepared plus your favorite potato topping!
All Welcome




Did you know that we also hire out rooms at Friargate Quaker Meeting House. We are fully accessible with automatic doors...
07/11/2025

Did you know that we also hire out rooms at Friargate Quaker Meeting House. We are fully accessible with automatic doors and have rooms to let for a variety of group sizes from small counselling room, to medium sized rooms for 20 people to larger rooms for 50 or up to 150. Please see the website address in our bio or the link to our online booking diary to place your request. Situated in the city centre with our private garden on two levels, we offer a unique and welcoming place for your meetings https://v2.hallmaster.co.uk/Scheduler/View/13481?startRoom=0

White poppies are a symbol of peace. We decorate our Meeting House every year with these. The white poppies to wear are ...
07/11/2025

White poppies are a symbol of peace. We decorate our Meeting House every year with these. The white poppies to wear are available inside for donations. We are always mindful of the need for peace in the world.

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YO19RL

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