| 2nd Battalion, York and Lancaster Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1881–1948 1952–1955 |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Branch |  British Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Battalion |
| Part of | York and Lancaster Regiment |
| Nickname(s) | The Young and Lovelies |
| Engagements | Battle of Tel-el-Kebir First World War Second World War |
| Battle honours | Mons Cambrai Ypres Somme Crete Tobruk Chindits |
The 2nd Battalion, York and Lancaster Regiment was an infantry battalion of the British Army created in 1881 by the redesignation of the 84th (York and Lancaster) Regiment of Foot in 1881. The battalion was in existence from 1881 until 1948, when it amalgamated with the 1st Battalion.