Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Castle Museum
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- York in the fifteenth Century
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Dick Turpin
- Viking Male Grooming
- Fairfax House
- Clifford's Tower
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Silver Strap Ends
- Fire in the Minster
- The Mansion House