Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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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.
- Victoria Bar
- The Shambles
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- The Norman Castle
- The Bar Convent
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- York Railway Station
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- The Hospitium
- Daniel Defoe's York
- 62 Low Petergate
- Church of St Olave
- The Mansion House
- A New Vision For York
- York Castle Museum
- The Basilica