Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Our Lady's Row
- Bootham School
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- York Garrison
- The Cawood Sword
- Scarborough Bridge
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- The Debtors' Prison
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The Abbot's House
- Bootham Bar
- The Norman Minster
- Jubbergate
- The Medieval Castle
- The Basilica
- The Guildhall
- Fairfax House
- Church of St Olave