Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Horn of Ulf
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Walmgate Bar
- Holy Trinity Church
- Vikings and Christianity
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Transport Moves On
- The Multangular Tower
- York Garrison
- The New Theatre
- Norman Window Frame
- The 1190 Massacre
- Barker Tower
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The First Railway Station
- The White Rose of York
- Plum Cakes for Christmas