History in York
The latest updates and history stories from across York.
New blue plaque installed today marks innovating factory in York
The York Civic Trust has unveiled a distinctive blue plaque at the Cocoa Works. Inspired by Kit Kat wrappers, it honours the Rowntree factory's sweet legacy.
150-Year Old Silver Plate Jugs from Yorkshire Found in New Zealand Charity Shop
John 'Boggy' McDowell QSM discovered a piece of Victorian history at the Queenstown Hospice Shop. See how these 1873 pots travelled from Yorkshire to Queenstown, NZ.
A look at the history of York Railway Station, with Dr Emma Wells
Dr Emma Wells traces the transformative railway history of York railway station, from the 1841 Tanner Row terminus designed by George Townsend Andrews to the vast 1877 through-station engineered by Thomas Elliot Harrison. Once the largest station in the world, its soaring iron-and-glass train shed and adjoining Royal Station Hotel symbolised Victorian ambition, firmly positioning York at the heart of Britain’s railway age.
Yorkshire's Most Beautiful Train Stations
Unveiling the Secrets of the Guildhall in York: TV Historian Emma Wells Uncovers a Priceless Legacy
TV Historian, Dr Emma Wells, on the queenly connections at Bishopthorpe Palace in York
TV Historian, Dr Emma Wells, explores the illustrious history of Mansion House in York
TV Historian, Dr Emma Wells, examines the Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, York
Lodgings fit for a King: TV Historian, Dr Emma Wells, explores King's Manor, York
TV Historian, Dr Emma Wells, takes a look at York Minster's royal connections
