Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Edward I and York
- King Edward II and York
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Water Lanes
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Monk Bar
- York Central Library
- William Etty, Artist
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- King Edward III and York
- Vikings and Christianity
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Royal Station Hotel
- Lendal Bridge