River running through York

Latest answer — September 16, 2026

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Clue explained

The Ouse is the river that runs through York in northern England. The clue uses the river’s proper name without needing any abbreviation.

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Definition
The River Ouse flowing through the city of York

Telegraph Mini Crossword

This clue's Wednesday, September 16, 2026 appearance

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The answer to River running through York in the The Telegraph Mini crossword is OUSE — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on September 16, 2026 at 5-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

River running through York” answer

OUSE (4 letters)

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When else has “River running through York” appeared?

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September 16, 2026 (most recent) OUSE. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “River running through York”?

The answer is OUSE, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on September 16, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “River running through York”?

4 letters: OUSE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on September 16, 2026, at 5-Across.

Can “River running through York” have a different answer?

Yes — The Telegraph Mini sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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