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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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- The Mansion House
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Barker Tower
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- St Crux's Church
- Minster Library
- The Cawood Sword
- Vikings and Christianity
- Monk Bar
- Crest of York St John College
- The County Court House
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Lendal Bridge
- A New Vision For York
- The End of the Abbey