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How can I contact the Archbishop of York?

Details of the correspondence address and telephone number for Bishopthorpe Palace can be found on the contact us page.

Can I email the Archbishop?

Please use the form available on the contact us page.

Can I visit or take a guided tour of Bishopthorpe Palace?

The Palace is not open to visitors except for pre-arranged functions and occasional tours. Please contact the Palace Manager via the form available on the contact us page.

Can I invite the Archbishop to an event, or to my local church?

If you wish to extend an invitation to the Archbishop, please do so in writing, using the details on the contact us page.

There are many demands on the Archbishop’s time, and so he is often unable to accept invitations, but all requests are considered. Please allow plenty of time in advance of the event when considering an invitation to the Archbishop.

How do I address the Archbishop of York?

The formal address for the Archbishop of York is The Most Reverend & Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York.

Can you tell me where my nearest church is?

If you are a UK resident, A Church Near You can provide details of your nearest Anglican church.

Who does what at Bishopthorpe Palace?

The Archbishop is supported by a dedicated team of advisers, administrators, technical and maintenance staff at Bishopthorpe Palace. A list of the senior members of staff and their job descriptions can be viewed on our website.

What access arrangements are in place at Bishopthorpe Palace?

  • Car parking – Car parking bays for Blue Badge holders are located at the front of the Palace.
  • Palace lift – A lift gives wheelchair users and others with restricted mobility access to all floors in the palace. Electric wheelchair or scooter users may need to transfer to a manual wheelchair to use the lift.
  • Manual wheelchair – A manual wheelchair can be borrowed to use in the Palace.
  • Hearing assistance – A hearing loop is available in all rooms.
  • Assistance dogs – Assistance dogs are welcome in the Palace.
  • Toilet facilities – There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor of the Palace.