Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Horn of Ulf
- King Edward I and York
- The Bar Convent
- King Edward II and York
- Walmgate Bar
- The Retreat
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Viking Coins
- King Edward III and York
- Alcuin of York
- York Railway Station
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Bootham Bar
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Norman Window Frame
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- The Medieval Castle