Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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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...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Fairfax House
- Jubbergate
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- York Railway Station
- York Central Library
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- A New University
- Gold Arm Ring
- Anglian Carving
- Clifford's Tower
- Second World War York
- Viking Coins
- William Etty, Artist
- Rowntree Park
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Victoria Bar