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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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Micklegate Bar
- The Guildhall
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Minster in Viking Times
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Norman House
- Mary Ward
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Dick Turpin
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- King Edward I and York
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Second World War York