Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Roman Head Pot
- Dick Turpin
- Alcuin of York
- Norman Window Frame
- York Railway Station
- A New Walk
- The New Theatre
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Fairfax House
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Mary Ward
- Viking Male Grooming
- Inscription to Hecules
- York's first historian: Francis Drake
- Bone Trial Piece
- The Mansion House
- The Abbot's House