Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Stonegate
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Vikings and Christianity
- Victoria Bar
- Roman Head Pot
- Rowntree Park
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Church of St Wilfrid
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- The York Helmet
- Mary Ward
- Barker Tower
- Olive Oil Container
- The George Fox Incident
- The Shambles
- Barley Hall
- Skeldergate Bridge