Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman House
- The Greyfriars
- A New University
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- York Railway Station
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- King Edward I and York
- The New Theatre
- William Etty, Artist
- The York Helmet
- The First Minster
- Walmgate Bar
- Transport Moves On
- The Mansion House
- New Shopping Centres