Do you have links to archives for areas bordering North Yorkshire?
Most county councils and other local authorities will have some form of archives service and the areas around North Yorkshire are no exception.
Many locations in and around North Yorkshire have a long and rich history and any historical research in the area may well lead to neighbouring counties, cities or towns. See below for links to archive services covering some areas close to North Yorkshire. You can also contact the record office to discuss what facilities we can offer to help your research.
- Please note: All external websites open in a new browser window and NYCC is not responsible for the content of external websites.
- Borthwick Institute of Historical Research
The Borthwick Institute for Archives in York is one of the biggest archive repositories outside London. During a 50 year history it has collected archives from all around the world, from the twelfth century to the present day.
- Durham County Record Office (archives)
Durham County Record Office is responsible for collecting and preserving documents relating to County Durham and Darlington and for making those records available for study and research.
- Durham University special collections
Founded in 1833 and occupying listed buildings within the Durham World Heritage site, the Palace Green Library of Durham University houses archives, early printed books and other special collections.
- York City Archives
The York City archive service holds records and documents covering 800 years of life in York.
- York Minster library and archives online
York Minster contains Britain's largest cathedral library online. Their collections include a general collection of approximately 100,000 books on topics such as theology, art history, stained glass, history, literature and religious texts.
|
|
