Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Ouse Bridge
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Is York Cursed?
- The Red Tower
- York Railway Station
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Statue of Napoleon
- The Medieval Castle
- The Roman Fortress
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- King Edward II and York
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- View from Station Rise
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Roman Head Pot
- Trams Pulled by Horses