Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The York Hoard
- The Council of Arles
- Lendal Bridge
- Margaret Clitherow
- Clifford's Tower
- Barley Hall
- The Bar Convent
- Military Belt Fitting
- Roman Head Pot
- Crest of York St John College
- The Battle of the Standard
- The Horn of Ulf
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- King Richard III and York
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Bootham Bar