The church is located in
Castlegate, an historical street in the centre of
York. It dates from the 11th century, but the current building is mostly 15th century.
Highwayman John Nevison, who was hanged on the
Knavesmire, in March 1684 was buried in an unmarked grave in the churchyard. The church was restored between 1867 and 1870 when the east window was replaced, the church re-roofed and the east end parapet was renewed by
William Butterfield.
Organ Details of the installation of the original organ are not known, but it was repaired at a cost of £45 by Hopkins of Heworth in 1884. A new organ was obtained in 1892 by Abbott & Co. A specification of the organ can be found on the National Pipe Organ Register. When the church was declared redundant, the organ was moved to St Thomas’ Church, Heigham, Norfolk. ==Exhibition space==