Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Viking Silk Cap
- Viking Boot
- The Basilica
- York's Coat of Arms
- All Saints Church, North Street
- The County Court House
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Victoria Bar
- Micklegate Bar
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Fairfax House
- The White Rose of York
- Inscription to Hecules
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Barley Hall
- Monk Bar