Despite York hoping to extend his loan, he returned to Darlington following its expiration on 19 October 2004 and played against Swansea City in a 2–1 away defeat on 17 November, with manager David Hodgson saying he "did very well".
Despite York's desire to extend his loan, he returned to Darlington on October 19, 2004, after the loan expired and played against Swansea City on November 17th, losing 2-1 away. Manager David Hodgson acknowledged York's performance.