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Jewish York Trail
A digital visualisation of stone houses on 13th century Coney Street.

Jewish York Trail

Discover the stories of Jewish people who have called York their home. This trail explores well-known events such as the tragedy at Clifford’s Tower, and uncover lesser-known stories that are sure to enrich your understanding of everyday Jewish life in the past.

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A photo of Clifford’s Tower on a sunny day.
Clifford's Tower
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Grey stone walls are visible imbedded in a modern red- bricked building behind. An elaborate arched window is visible.
The Norman House
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The site of Aaron's house. It is now a large art-deco department store building which houses businesses such as Next and Fabrication.
The home of Aaron of York and Henna
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An alleyway with a red bricked building visible at the end.
The Mediaeval Synagogue
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View of the enterance to the Friargate Quaker Meeting House
Friargate Quaker Meeting House
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Photo of a red-bricked victorian terrace with the blue door. The building extends behind and this section is boarded up.
Aldwark Synagogue
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Photo showing the commemorative plaque on the wall of the multi-story carpark
Jewbury
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Model showing what Leo's house and Coney Street may have looked like.
The home of Leo Episcopus and Henna
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View of Jubbergate.
Jubbergate
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The corner of St Saviourgate and Colliergate. A brick building which is currently a solicitors is on the corner.
The home of Benedict
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A photo showing the two shops which are now in the location of Aaron's home. On the left is 'The Phone Shop' and the right is Waterstones.
The home of Josce Le Jovene
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