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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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- St Crux's Church
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Ripon College for Women
- Gold Finger Ring
- Schools in Tudor and Stuart York
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Royal Station Hotel
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The Norman House
- Bronze weights
- The Norman Minster
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- The Victorian Prison Building
- De Grey Rooms
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Fishergate Bar
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle