Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Holy Trinity Church
- York Art Gallery
- The County Court House
- Lendal Bridge
- Judges Lodging
- King Edward II and York
- The George Fox Incident
- Mary Ward
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Dick Turpin
- The Mystery Plays
- Church of St Olave
- Monk Bar