Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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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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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Scarborough Bridge
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Silver Strap Ends
- Military Belt Fitting
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Micklegate Bar
- William Etty, Artist
- Stonegate
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Medieval Minster
- The Norman Castle
- Statue of the God Mars
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Greyfriars
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The Medieval Castle