Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Assembly Rooms
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Minster Library
- The Basilica
- Stonegate
- Industrial Upheaval
- Crest of York St John College
- Bone Trial Piece
- Fire in the Minster
- Teaching the Poor
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- The Victorian Prison Building
- First World War Memorial
- Barker Tower
- York Railway Station
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Viking Coins