Category Archives: Illustrated Talk

Lendal Bridge, York

Find out about the story behind one of the bridges which crosses over the River Ouse in York. The story begins almost 2000 years ago in the Roman period, when they needed a […]

Clues at Foot Level

As we hurry through the streets of York, as a visitor or resident we may miss the hidden secrets at foot level. This presentation takes a look at some of […]

Roman York

This talk takes you on a journey through York discovering the evidence for the building of a fortress in 71AD and the military presence through to 410AD.  A civilian area was also […]

A Day In the Life Of An Archaeologist

Discover what happens from planning to report writing Today most archaeological sites are chosen because an Archaeological Condition has been added to a Planning Application. This talk guides you through the processes […]

York Railway

This talk follows the history of the railway in York, from the station’s humble beginnings as a makeshift wooden shack to the present day structure and the hotels built for […]

19th Century Lendal, York

Who lived in Lendal during the 19th century and what trades did they work in? This talk looks at the residents of each property in Lendal during the 19th century […]

19th Century Blake Street, York

Who lived in Blake Street during the 19th century and what trades did they work in? This talk looks at the residents of each property in Blake Street during the 19th century and their […]

Coins

A brief history of the coins used in Britain This talk takes a look at some of the coins which have been used in Britain, from pre-Roman to the 20th Century. […]

Restoration of York City Walls

In the early 1800’s the medieval walls surrounding York, were almost destroyed This talk takes a look at the decision to save the city walls instead of having them fully […]