Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Scarborough Bridge
- The Railway Institute
- Mary Ward
- Judges Lodging
- The Abbot's House
- York Union Gas Works
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Silver Strap Ends
- York Art Gallery
- The Medieval Abbey
- Middleham Jewel
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- King Richard III and York
- Bone Trial Piece
- Lendal Tower