Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- King Richard III and York
- View from Station Rise
- John Carr - Architect
- Jubbergate
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Judges Lodging
- The Multangular Tower
- St William's Shrine
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- A New University
- Holy Trinity Church
- De Grey Rooms
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Crest of York St John College
- Cinema Comes to York
- York Railway Station