The largest collection of medieval glass in England. The Five Sisters lancets date from about 1260, the Great East Window from 1405 to 1408, and the West Window from the early fourteenth century.
| Place | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | York, Yorkshire and the Humber, England |
| Type | Cathedral |
| Period | Medieval |
| Glass artists | Medieval glaziers including John Thornton of Coventry (Great East Window) |
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Published 19 October 2026 · Last updated