Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Medieval Minster
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- The Council of Arles
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Jubbergate
- John Carr - Architect
- The End of the Abbey
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Norman Minster
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Inscription to Hecules
- Monk Bar
- Schools in Tudor and Stuart York
- Yorkshire Museum