Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- Bronze weights
- The Mystery Plays
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- The Roman Fortress
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- The Norman Abbey
- The Shambles
- Transport Moves On
- The Hospitium
- The Medieval Minster
- Royal Station Hotel
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Scarborough Bridge