Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Viking Coins
- Vikings and Christianity
- Anglian Carving
- Royal Station Hotel
- Margaret Clitherow
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Barker Tower
- Stonegate
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Silver Strap Ends
- Roman Head Pot
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Bootham Bar