YORK · CHOCOLATE TOURS
The 7 best york chocolate tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spend 75 minutes exploring York’s chocolate story with an English-speaking guide such as Pip, Lee, Rachel, or Austin. Learn how cocoa became chocolate, hear about Rowntree’s, Terry’s, and Craven’s, taste samples, watch a chocolatier, and make your own chocolate lolly.
“Sarah who was our tour guide was very entertaining and engaging, she really made the tour worth doing!”
At York Cocoa Works in Castlegate, an English-speaking guide such as Sam, Matthew, or Maya explains cocoa origins and chocolate making before you temper, flavour, mould, and decorate a 200g bar. The one-hour workshop suits families, couples, and chocolate fans, with a 10% shop and café discount afterward.
“The experience is very relaxing very well organised, the guide was very informative.”
At York Cocoa Works on Castlegate, you’ll learn how cocoa becomes chocolate, taste ingredients, temper single-origin chocolate, and design a bar with your choice of flavours and toppings. The 75-minute session suits families, couples, and groups, with a finished bar to collect once set.
“Great experience, our host was very knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. The information provided was interesting and the chocolate tasting and chocolate making was fun!”
At York Cocoa Works, a small group of up to eight follows cocoa from bean to bar, watches chocolate being made, and samples several York-made chocolates. Guides such as Sam, Greg, Matthew, and Megan bring clear explanations and good humor to this 45-minute English-language tour.
“It was a lovely informative tour of the shop/factory Tasting the coca was a great experience Staff very welcoming would recommend for a short excursion”
At York Cocoa Works, an expert guide such as George, Greg, Sarah, or Matthew explains chocolate from cocoa pod to finished bar. You’ll see the manufactory, handle beans, taste chocolates from around the world, and receive a store discount afterward. The small group is capped at eight people.
“We visited as a group of ladies on 4th December in an afternoon session and we were greeted by our tour guide George with a big smile and a very warm welcome to the York Cocoa Works. George excitedly explained the process of chocolate making and everything that goes into making the delicious chocolates we get to consume. We really enjoyed listening to him speak about the process, asking questions along the way and the most interesting thing we found is how lovingly George spoke of the process, despite the amount of times he's likely told this story. He still seems very passionate about the process and the story behind…”
Walk central York with a character guide such as Septimus or Detective Sherlumbo, spotting overlooked details from Davygate to the Shambles. You’ll hear stories of Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes, visit a chocolate factory, taste York chocolate, and finish at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate.
“The tour guide, Septimus was very friendly and welcoming, he made everyone feel at ease straight away. He was very knowledgeable and informative with his facts and details. Pointing out things that we maybe wouldnt have even noticed if we were just walking about ourselves. He gave us ample opportunity for picture taking, and even let us take a picture with him at the end. ☺️👍 Overall, a great tour, glad I booked it, and I would highly recommend it to others! X”
Follow a character guide such as Inspector Trinket, Sherlumbo, or Septimus Petch through York’s lanes, landmarks, and lesser-seen details. Hear fresh stories about Guy Fawkes and Dick Turpin, then enjoy a handmade York chocolate sample. The 75-minute English tour runs in all weather.
“Full of facts , fun and laughter Our guide was excellent”
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