To mark forty fearful years of York’s most terrifying attraction, York Dungeon is offering York residents exclusive access to the first 40 tickets on 3rd July 2026 for FREE, and 40% off tickets for anyone else who is brave enough to visit on that day.

Since opening its doors in 1986, York Dungeon has been at the forefront of immersive, live-action storytelling, plunging visitors into the city’s most gruesome and gripping moments from history, from plague-ridden street and Viking raiders, to witchcraft, highwaymen, and the legendary Guy Fawkes.

The 40th anniversary marks not only a milestone for the York’s must-visit attraction, but a celebration of the city itself, a place steeped in extraordinary history that has provided no shortage of material for York Dungeon to explore through its iconic combination of education, theatre, and spine-chilling storytelling.

The official anniversary morning on Friday 3 July will honour the attraction’s four-decade heritage at the heart of York’s tourism landscape, with a town crier and invited civic dignitaries in attendance.

Mark Mattinson, Duty Manager at the York Dungeon, said: “York Dungeon is about bringing history to life in a way that’s thrilling, surprising and genuinely unforgettable.

“To celebrate forty years of fear, we wanted to do something really special for our visitors, and what better way to celebrate than inviting everyone to join the fun? If you haven’t been to York’s must-visit attraction yet, this is your sign. And if you have… trust us, there’s always something new to be afraid of…”

To book tickets with the exclusive 40th birthday offer, visit: https://www.thedungeons.com/york/?promocode=YorkDungeon40

Please note: The first 40 tickets being offered for free on the 3rd of July 2026 are exclusively for anybody with a “YO” postcode, and proof of address and photo ID will be required to be shown on arrival that day. These free tickets must be booked online using the above link only while stocks last, and no free entry will be available to secure in person on the day.