Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Abbot's House
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Jubbergate
- Micklegate Bar
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Royal Station Hotel
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- View from Station Rise
- Viking Coins
- The County Court House
- Second World War York
- Gold Finger Ring
- The Shambles
- York's Coat of Arms
- De Grey Rooms
- Our Lady's Row