Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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The Downside of Victorian York
Behind the genteel, historic charact...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- Bronze weights
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Norman Minster
- The Retreat
- King Edward I and York
- Viking Coins
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Greyfriars
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Lendal Bridge
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Ripon College for Women
- Walmgate Bar
- The End of the Abbey
- The Guildhall
- The Norman Castle