Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Roman Fortress
- Military Belt Fitting
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- Inscription to Hecules
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- The New Theatre
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Guy Fawkes
- York Castle Museum
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Medieval Prisons
- The Norman Abbey
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Statue of an Athlete
- Medieval Chamber Pot