Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Viking Sword Pommel
- King Edward II and York
- York and the Jacobite Rebellions
- Margaret Clitherow
- The Retreat
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Fire in the Minster
- Gold Arm Ring
- Walmgate Bar
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The York Helmet
- Barley Hall
- Scarborough Bridge
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Shambles
- De Grey Rooms
- Micklegate Bar
- Stonegate