Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Amber Bead Workshop
- York Art Gallery
- A New Walk
- A New University
- Ouse Bridge
- The New Theatre
- Inscription to Hecules
- Crest of York St John College
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The Hospitium
- King Edward II and York
- Walmgate Bar
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Medieval Prisons