Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Battle of the Standard
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Margaret Clitherow
- King Edward II and York
- Crest of York St John College
- First World War Memorial
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Aldwark Synagogue
- 62 Low Petergate
- Fishergate Bar
- The Norman Minster
- The Norman Castle
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Council of Arles
- Roman Chimney Pot
- York Bombed