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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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Gold Finger Ring
- Transport Moves On
- Central Methodist Chapel
- The Basilica
- Anglian Carving
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- De Grey Rooms
- The Debtors' Prison
- Judges Lodging
- Middleham Jewel
- Viking Boot
- John Carr - Architect
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Monk Bar
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Hospitium
- New Shopping Centres