Acomb Green was originally known as Yarcomb Sand’oil. the last syllable indicates “hole” and it is said that this the site of sand extraction for sale in the streets in York. On the right is the Primate Methodist Chapel, sometimes known as Benson’s Chapel. It was taken over by the Friends in 1911. There is also a square building known as the “barracks” because of its appearance. This has been demolished and replaced by modern building