Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Military Belt Fitting
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Mystery Plays
- Ripon College for Women
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The County Court House
- Lendal Tower
- Jubbergate
- Constantius Chlorus
- Crest of York St John College
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- The Retreat
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The First Railway Station
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Anglian Hanging Bowl