Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Lendal Tower
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- York's Airfield
- The York Observatory
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- De Grey Rooms
- Monk Bar
- The Black Death
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Church of St Helen
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The End of the Abbey
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Viking Silk Cap
- Statue of Napoleon
- Walmgate Bar
- Judges Lodging