Address: 67-69 Walmgate, York, YO1 9TZ (above Lock Fix Security)
Description
On Walmgate, a ghost sign painted on brick has almost completely vanished with time, leaving just a faint trace.
In the bottom right corner, the only legible word that remains is “Home,” written in bright white paint.
On the left side in much smaller writing the words “right up to date” are scrawled across the top.
History
This building was built as a residential property around 1840. These buildings were restored and the shopfronts renewed in the 20th century.
Over the years, the building changed hands multiple times. In 1901, it was occupied by a milliner, a craftsperson who made hats and headwear.
Later, it became the property of J.L. Gibson, a bootmaker.
Unfortunately, not much is known about the building’s use when the ghost sign was originally painted.
Based on the font and style of the sign, it is believed to date back to the mid-20th century, likely advertising homeware, as suggested by the only visible word “home” on the sign.
1975 – Walmgate
Walmgate
During excavations on this side of Walmgate, evidence of Roman activity and potential occupation was uncovered.
These investigations revealed a remarkable sequence of well-preserved and closely stratified archaeological deposits, spanning from the mid-10th century to the mid-20th century.
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