Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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The Downside of Victorian York
Behind the genteel, historic charact...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Scarborough Bridge
- Is York Cursed?
- Bootham Bar
- The Multangular Tower
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- The County Court House
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Fairfax House
- St Leonard's Hospital
- Military Belt Fitting
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- The End of the Abbey
- All Saints Church, North Street
- John Carr - Architect
- The Shambles
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Skeldergate Bridge