Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Norman Window Frame
- Lendal Bridge
- Constantius Chlorus
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Viking Coins
- Silver Strap Ends
- Transport Moves On
- Fourteen Centuries of Learning
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Alcuin of York
- Barker Tower
- Guy Fawkes
- New Shopping Centres
- Dick Turpin
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- De Grey Rooms
- Bone Trial Piece