Managed by City of York Council in consultation with the Freemen of the City.

Access

Open access.

Description

The stray was part of the ancient Heworth Moor, before it was acquired as stray land for the Freemen of Monk Ward. This is a pleasant, open area of mown grass with a variety of trees giving welcome shade in summer; a good place to kick a ball about or fly a kite.

Buses

Buses run frequently from the city centre to Monk Stray (Elm Park Way) or Stockton Lane.

Parking

Unrestricted parking on most side streets in the area.