Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.