Walmgate Bar Launderette, York
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Payment Methods
Accepts: Card Service wash model; drop-off and pick-up. Pricing charged per item or flat rate for small bags.
Services Offered
Professional laundry services available at this location.
Features & Amenities
This launderette offers the following facilities and amenities to make your laundry experience convenient and comfortable.
Location
Opening Hours
- Wednesday: 9am-2pm
- Thursday: 9am-2pm
- Friday: 9am-2pm
- Saturday: 9am-2pm
- Sunday: Closed
- Monday: 9am-2pm
- Tuesday: 9am-2pm
Walmgate Bar Launderette is a family-run drop-off and pick-up launderette service located in York, offering professional wash, dry, and fold services with same-day turnaround. The business is staffed with friendly, knowledgeable owners who provide exceptional customer service, including hotel delivery, special handling requests, and helpful local tourism recommendations. While customers consistently praise the attentive staff, quality folding, and convenient service, the launderette operates as a full-service facility with no self-service machines available. Pricing is a notable concern for many customers, particularly tourists, with rates that can be substantially higher than competitors for similar services. The business operates Monday to Saturday, 9am-2pm, and accepts both cash and card payments, making it a convenient option for visitors needing quick laundry solutions during their stay in York.
Walmgate Bar Launderette Customer Reviews
What Customers Love About This Launderette
Sam is genuinely warm, personable, and provides excellent local sightseeing advice and maps
Rapid turnaround; laundry cleaned, dried, and folded in 1-2 hours
Staff go above and beyond with hotel delivery and special care requests (e.g., cashmere, special drying)
Professional, careful folding and garment separation by wearer
Exceptional patience and accommodation for tourists and special circumstances
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Walmgate Bar Launderette a self-service or drop-off launderette?
Walmgate Bar Launderette is a drop-off and pick-up service only, not a self-service facility. The launderette does not offer self-service machines; instead, customers can drop off their laundry for professional washing, drying, and folding by the on-site staff. Same-day service is available, with typical turnaround times of 1–2 hours.
What payment methods does Walmgate Bar Launderette accept?
Walmgate Bar Launderette accepts both card and cash payments. However, customer feedback indicates payment friction has occurred; those planning to pay cash should note that an ATM is available at a nearby convenience store.
How much does laundry service cost at Walmgate Bar Launderette?
Walmgate Bar Launderette charges on a per-item or flat-rate basis rather than by weight. Pricing ranges from £25–£30 for a small bag, £45 for a single medium load, and £100–£140 for larger loads (such as 3 bin bags or a 20kg bag). Customers are advised to confirm pricing before drop-off, as some reviewers have reported pricing to be higher than competitor rates and expressed concern about lack of price transparency.
What services does Walmgate Bar Launderette offer?
Walmgate Bar Launderette offers service wash (wash, dry, and fold), collection and delivery, pick-up and drop-off, hotel delivery, and stain removal. The launderette operates with on-site, staffed service and is family-run. Same-day service is available for urgent laundry needs.
What are customers saying about the quality of service at Walmgate Bar Launderette?
Walmgate Bar Launderette receives mixed but strongly polarised feedback. Praise focuses on exceptional staff friendliness (particularly staff member Sam), rapid turnaround (1–2 hours), careful folding, hotel delivery convenience, and willingness to accommodate special requests such as air-drying delicate items. However, some customers report inconsistent cleaning results, including stains not removed and clothes returned damp or lacking freshness. Overall staff service is rated 4.7/5, though quality results average 3.5/5, suggesting variability in cleaning outcomes.
What are the opening hours for Walmgate Bar Launderette?
Walmgate Bar Launderette is open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Customers are advised to drop off laundry during these hours and plan accordingly, as the launderette closes at 2:00 pm daily.
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