Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Art Gallery
- Margaret Clitherow
- The Shambles
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Judges Lodging
- Norman Window Frame
- York St John in the 20th Century
- King Edward II and York
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Anglian Carving
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Silver Strap Ends
- Rowntree Park
- A New Walk
- Holy Trinity Church
- Anglian Cross