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The Two Original Cats of York: The Climbing Cat
Low Ousegate
- Low Ousegate, York
Exactly where to look
When you're on Low Ousegate, look up to the right. This cat is climbing the wall.
The Story
Legend says Sir Stephen Atchinson, the grocery owner, installed nine cats above his shop as scarecrows to frighten off mice and rats, and to bring luck and fortune to his business. Over time just two of them were left; the rest rotted away. These are the oldest cats on the trail.