Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Bombed
- Walmgate Bar
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- York Railway Station
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Stonegate
- The First Minster
- York Art Gallery
- Scarborough Bridge
- Bootham Bar
- King Edward II and York
- Teaching the Poor
- Vikings and Christianity
- The Norman Castle
- The Shambles
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Gold Finger Ring