All lost and found items in York
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Black North Face backpack with red rain cover
I found a black North Face backpack this afternoon around 4pm behind The Shambles in York. It's a medium-sized bag, a bit worn but solid, with a bright red rain cover tucked into the top pocket and a distinctive blue zipper pull on the main compartment. Inside there is a gray hoodie, a notebook with a fox doodle on the cover, and a coffee-shop receipt that shows the name 'York Café'. There are a few scuffs on the bottom, but otherwise it looks usable; if this is yours, drop me a message so we can arrange a pickup.
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Lost scarf in city centre
Hi everyone, I dropped this scarf somewhere in the city centre on Sunday (19th April). It's handmade one of a kind, so not easily replaceable - please let me know if you see it! thanks in advance 🙏
Found Kindle Paperwhite with blue case near Waterstones, York
I found a Kindle Paperwhite this afternoon around 3:20pm outside Waterstones on Coney Street in York. It sits in a blue fabric case and has a small white compass sticker on the back. The screen is clear, with just a faint scratch along the bottom edge from being tucked in a bag. If this is yours, message me in the app and we can arrange a safe handover.
Ivory duvet cover with blue stripe
I lost my ivory duvet cover with a thin blue stripe, Queen size cotton percale from IKEA. Yesterday around 3pm I was walking back from Waterstones on Parliament Street, near The Shambles in York when I must have dropped it along the sidewalk. It's a clean ivory color with a faint blue edge, and there's a tiny coffee stain on the bottom-right corner plus a small 'LM' initials embroidered on the inner corner. It has sentimental value—my grandmother gave it to me, and I really need it back. If anyone finds it, please get in touch here; I’d be grateful to recover it.
Charcoal grey Nike hoodie with fox embroidery
I lost my charcoal grey Nike hoodie yesterday around 3pm near the Shambles Market on Stonegate in York. It's a size M, full-zip hoodie, with a neon-green zipper pull and a tiny fox embroidery on the right shoulder. The cuffs are a little stretched and there's a faint coffee stain near the hem—otherwise it's still in decent condition. This hoodie means a lot to me; it was a gift from my mom last year, and I really need it back. If you found it, email me at [email protected].
Antique pocket watch with blue dragon motif
I lost my antique pocket watch yesterday around 4:15pm. It's a small gold-tone piece with a blue enamel dragon on the back and a glass cover that's scratched. Inside the lid there's a faint engraving 'M.R.' and a tiny serial number 'X-1978' that you can read in good light. I think I had it after leaving The Shambles Market by York Minster and walking toward Walmgate; it was a family heirloom from my grandfather and means a lot to me. If anyone found it, I’d be grateful to hear from you.
White AirPods Pro charging case with blue sticker
I lost my white AirPods Pro charging case yesterday around 5:15pm outside the Shambles Market entrance on The Shambles in York. It's the slim white case, a little dent on the lower left edge, and a tiny scratch near the hinge. There's a blue sticker with the initials 'PP' on the back, which helps identify it. Inside are the earbuds, but the case is what I’m missing, and I really need it back for daily commutes and calls. It has sentimental value because it was a gift from my sister, and I'd be unbelievably grateful to get it returned.
Staff ID badge with photo, blue lanyard
I lost my white University of York staff ID badge this afternoon around 3pm. It’s a small plastic card, credit-card size, with my photo on the left and my name in bold, plus a blue retractable lanyard clipped to the top. I think I last had it near the Shambles Market on The Shambles in York, maybe dropped by a cafe or near the York Minster steps. The back has a faint green security sticker and there’s a tiny dent on the bottom-right corner from a tumble today. This badge is essential for my work access, so I’m really hoping someone picked it up and can return it.
Found cream fabric ottoman with brass nailhead trim
I found a cream fabric ottoman this afternoon around 3:15pm behind the Shambles Market on The Shambles in York. It's a compact 18x18 inch piece with dark wooden legs and brass nailhead trim along the edges. The upholstery is soft cream linen, and there's a small coffee stain on the top right corner plus a tiny dent on one side. It looks like someone’s favorite piece, and I’d love to help reunite it with its owner if you’re missing it. I left it near the market stall center on The Shambles in case someone comes back to claim it.
Leopard gecko in terrarium found near Stonegate
I found a small leopard gecko this afternoon around 3:15pm, tucked under a bench by Stonegate near The Shambles in York. It's about 8 inches long from head to tail, with a yellow-orange base color, dark brown spots, and two faint black bands across its back. The gecko was in a clear plastic tub with a simple glass terrarium setup, roughly 20x20x30 cm, a red heat lamp, and a shallow dish with mealworms. It has a tiny white scar above its right eye, which should help identify it, and the little guy looked stressed and hungry, so I really hope to get him back with his owner soon.
Navy Nike running jacket with orange zipper pull
I found a navy Nike running jacket this morning around 9:15am outside the Shambles, just off High Petergate in York. It's a size L, lightweight water-resistant fabric, with a bright orange zipper pull and a small white reflective swoosh on the chest. There are two zip pockets and a faint coffee stain on the inside tag, and the jacket shows light wear from use. If the owner sees this, please get in touch; I'd really like to reunite you with it.
Black MacBook Pro 13-inch with stickers
I lost my black MacBook Pro 13-inch yesterday around 4:30pm near York Minster on Goodramgate. It’s a 2015 model with two visible stickers on the lid—a cartoon cat and a tiny rainbow—and a small dent near the Apple logo. The charger is in the laptop bag, and there’s a blue silicone sleeve with my initials on it. Inside, you’ll find a sticky note that says 'For Sam'—don’t know why it’s there, but it’s an odd clue. It has sentimental value and holds years of music projects and travel notes I’d really like back. If you found it, please message me here so we can arrange pickup in York.
Red Penguin Classics mystery novel with green ribbon bookmark
I lost my red Penguin Classics edition mystery novel yesterday around 3pm. I was in York, near Waterstones on Coney Street, when I realized it wasn’t in my tote anymore. It’s a Penguin Classics edition, red cover with a green ribbon bookmark, and the spine is a little creased from travel. There’s a coffee stain on page 120 and a small dent on the bottom corner of the dust jacket. It was a gift from my grandmother, so it really means a lot to me—please help me get it back.
Red plaid knit scarf found near Shambles Market
I found a red and black plaid knit scarf this afternoon around 3:15pm near the Shambles Market in York. It's about 60 inches long and 8 inches wide, made of soft acrylic with a slightly fuzzy fringe. There's a small leather tag sewn inside that reads 'L.L.Bean' and a tiny pinecone charm attached to the edge. The scarf shows light wear, but no major stains or holes. It’s clearly a Seasonal Item—great for the chilly days York’s winter brings—and it feels sentimental in its own quiet way. If this matches someone’s lost scarf, I’d be glad to help reunite it with its owner.
Nintendo Switch OLED with red/blue controllers
I found a Nintendo Switch OLED with red/blue controllers yesterday around 3:15pm near Waterstones on Micklegate, York. It's in decent condition and still powers on, the screen looks clear and bright. It has a blue silicone case and a small red fox sticker on the back that makes it easy to identify. The device was tucked behind a planter outside a cafe, so I picked it up and kept it safe for the owner. If this sounds like yours, describe the fox sticker or the blue case to verify.
Silver Pandora bracelet found near The Shambles
I found a silver Pandora bracelet this afternoon around 3:45pm outside The Shambles Market on The Shambles in York. It's a curb chain bracelet about 7 inches long, with a small blue enamel heart charm and a tiny star charm. The clasp has a faint engraving of the initial 'P' and there’s a light scratch along one link from wear. The bracelet is in good condition but shows minor tarnish. If someone is missing a bracelet, especially if it was a gift or holds sentimental value, please reach out—I’d love to return it to its owner.
Gold ring with emerald lost near The Shambles York
I lost my gold ring with a small emerald set in a slim 14k band yesterday around 3pm outside a cafe near The Shambles in York. The band is about 5.5mm wide, smooth on the outside but a bit worn on the edges, and there’s a tiny heart engraving on the inner side. It’s sentimental—a gift from my grandmother that I wore every day. If found, email me at [email protected].
Grey knitted scarf with silver tassel
I lost my grey knitted scarf yesterday around 3pm outside York Minster on Minster Yard, near the Shambles. It's a mid-grey merino blend, about 180 cm long, with a distinctive silver tassel at one end and a small blue stitch along the fringe from a repair last winter. The scarf is from Uniqlo, a gift from my grandmother, and it means a lot to me — it has sentimental value. If anyone found it, I'd be incredibly grateful to get it back.
Lost North Face coat with iPhone and York University ID
Lost a black North face coat containing my Iphone, wallet and York University student ID. All ID will have the name Benjamin Maple on it. Lost on the night of the 28th, possibly around the Flares club area.
Percussion: Red Ludwig 14x6.5 snare missing
I’m gutted— I lost my red Ludwig 14x6.5 snare drum yesterday around 3pm near the Shambles Market, behind Coppergate Shopping Centre in York. It’s a gloss red finish with chrome hardware, and there’s a tiny dent on the rim. Inside the shell there’s a circular sticker with my initials AP. It was a gift from my aunt and I’ve used it in every rehearsal; I really need it back for an upcoming gig. If you found it, please drop me a message so we can arrange a pickup near York Minster or Bootham Bar. Thanks so much.
Black satin gown with crystal belt
I lost my black satin floor-length gown by Adrianna Papell, size 6, yesterday around 3pm. I was leaving a charity gala near The Shambles and York Minster area, wandering toward Coppergate Shopping Centre when I realized it wasn't on my arm anymore. The gown has a detachable crystal belt that catches the light, and there's a tiny snag on the left shoulder strap plus a faint wine stain on the inner lining. It means a lot to me—it was a gift from my grandmother—and I’d really appreciate getting it back if anyone found it.
Navy North Face parka with faux-fur hood
I lost my navy blue North Face parka yesterday around 3pm outside York Minster near The Shambles. It's a medium size, a bit pilled from wear, with a detachable faux-fur hood and a silver zipper. On the left chest pocket there's a small red enamel heart pin, and inside the left pocket is a folded map of York I used as a bookmark. It has sentimental value—my sister gave it to me last winter—and I really need it back. If anyone found it, please message me; I can offer a small reward.
White student ID badge with photo, lost near York Minster
Hey, I lost my white plastic student ID card yesterday around 3pm near York Minster, specifically on Deangate by the Post Office and the Shambles Market entrance. It's the University of York student ID with my photo on the front, where I'm wearing a navy hoodie, and a thin red stripe along the top edge. The card is a bit worn and there's a noticeable scratch on the bottom left corner. It has my name, Priya Patel, and my student ID number printed on it. It matters to me a lot because I use it to get library access and building entry; it also has sentimental value since it was given by the department last year. If found, I'd really appreciate a quick ping—text or email—and I can meet to collect it.
Silver pocket watch with engraved initials
I lost my silver pocket watch yesterday around 3pm near the Shambles Market entrance on The Shambles, York. It’s a vintage Elgin pocket watch with a polished silver case, about 2 inches across, attached to a brown leather fob chain that’s a touch tarnished. The back is engraved with the initials 'J.R.' and there’s a small scratch across the glass; the dial is white with Roman numerals and blue steel hands. This watch belonged to my grandfather and means a lot to me, so I’d be really grateful to get it back if someone happened to find it.
Found vintage Star Wars action figure collection near York Minster
I found a neat vintage Star Wars action figure collection this afternoon around 2:15pm tucked under a bench near The Shambles Market entrance by York Minster, a Collectors Items find. The set sits in a small black zippered pouch with a clear plastic sleeve, and inside are about 12 loose figures plus 3 carded ones from the late 70s and early 80s. Some paint wear and scuffs are visible—one figure has a dented helmet, another's cape is frayed, and the card backs have yellowed edges. There's a handwritten note tucked inside that reads J.C. Collection along with a small price sticker, which are neat identifying details. If these belong to someone, I’d be happy to help reunite them with the owner.
Missing man in York, red jacket, blonde hair
I lost my brother, Amir Hassan, 28, yesterday around 3pm in York. He's tall, about 6 ft 2 in, with short blonde hair and a light beard, and he was wearing a bright red puffer jacket, dark jeans, and a blue backpack with a neon yellow rain cover. The last sighting was near the York Minster steps, with a quick look around The Shambles Market before he disappeared into the crowd. He has a small anchor tattoo on his left wrist and a faint scar above his right eyebrow. I'm really worried—he doesn't have his phone on him, and I just want him back safe. If you see him, you can message me here in the app; I can share recent photos and more details.
Lost business card with contact details
I lost my white, matte business card yesterday around 3pm, somewhere near The Shambles Market on Whip Ma Whop Ma Gate in York, just outside York Minster. It's a standard 3.5 x 2 inch card with black ink, featuring my name Priya Patel, Graphic Designer, and the contact details 07701 234567 and [email protected], plus the Studio York logo. There are two identifying marks: a small coffee ring stain on the back and one corner is a bit rounded. This card has sentimental value for my freelance work and I’m really hoping to get it back. If you found it, you can reach me at [email protected] or text the number; I’d be grateful.
Gold-tone necklace with compass pendant
I lost my gold-tone necklace yesterday around 3pm. It’s a delicate 18-inch chain with a small compass pendant, the kind of charm that reminds me of travel. I was walking from York Minster toward Deangate, then cut through The Shambles Market, when I noticed it was gone near the gift shop on Deangate. The chain has a tiny engraving on the back with the initials 'P.P.' and there’s a slight tarnish on the clasp from daily wear. It means a lot to me—my grandmother gave it to me, and I wear it most days. If anyone found it, please let me know. I’d be forever grateful.
Red RFID passport holder with panda sticker
I lost my red RFID passport holder this yesterday around 3pm near York Minster, along The Shambles. It's a slim Travelon passport wallet, red faux-leather with black trim, about the size of a passport and a bit scuffed on the corners. The inside has a tiny panda sticker that I can recognize instantly, and there's a faint coffee stain on the outer edge from a café stop. It feels important to me because it carries my travel cards and is a sentimental gift from a friend. If you found it, I’d really appreciate getting it back—email me at [email protected] or reply here if you prefer.
Orange tabby with white chest found near York Minster
I found this orange tabby this afternoon around 3:15pm, hanging out near the Shambles on Parliament Street, York. He's a medium-sized cat with a white chest, green eyes, and a tiny scar on his left ear. He's wearing a blue reflective collar with a small bell and a tag that might say Milo. He seemed calm and friendly once I spoke softly, and he's a bit dusty from the pavement but otherwise in good shape. If this matches your cat, send me a message and I’ll help reunite you.