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Work has stared on a scheme which will see Deangate paved and the entrance to the south transept of the Minster improved.
The work forms part of the Minster Revealed project which has attracted financial support from both the National Lottery and the York Council.
During the works, access to Deangate will be limited and it is likely that cyclists will have to dismount and walk for a distance of about 25 metres.
Work starting on Deangate
The area is to be paved with a gradual ramp making access to the Minster south door much easier for those with walking problems.
The Minster will also unveil a new “Orb” next month.
This is described on their web site (http://www.yorkminster.org/home.html) as “an elliptical treasure-house, showcasing some of world’s most important stained-glass, medieval art”.
The event starts on 31st October as part of the Illuminating York project
It is a precursor to the opening of an exciting new permanent exhibition in the Minster Undercroft next May which will tell – using modern technology – the story of York’s most famous building.