Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Mystery Plays
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- The Retreat
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- York Union Gas Works
- Water Lanes
- Statue of Napoleon
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Micklegate Bar
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- York Garrison
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Rowntree Park
- Walmgate Bar