Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Statue of Napoleon
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Anglian Carving
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The Medieval Abbey
- Fishergate Bar
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Military Belt Fitting
- Medieval Chamber Pot