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Archbishop of York

The Archbishop of York is the episcopal leader of northern England. His see is York Minster in central York and his official residence is the Archbishop's Palace in Bishopthorpe. The Province of York includes the 12 Dioceses north of the Midlands as well as the Diocese of Southwell (Nottinghamshire) and the Diocese of Sodor (the Isle of Man). The Archbishop is also a member of the House of Lords.

Archbishops of York, 627-present



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