The Story of Hedingham Castle: A Fortress Through The Ages
This show notes pages accompanies my visit to Hedingham Castle in Essex. Dating back to the twelfth century, the Castle has a rich history and was visited by Tudor royalty.
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The World of Thomas Cromwell
Name and Title: Sir Ralph Sadler.
Born: 1507 in Hackney, London.
Died: 30 March 1587 at Standon, Hertfordshire.
Buried: St Mary’s Church, Standon, Hertfordshire.
Read more and see images of the tomb here…
Henry Marney, 1st Baron Marney
Name and Title: Sir Ralph Sadler.
Born: 1507 in Hackney, London.
Died: 30 March 1587 at Standon, Hertfordshire.
Buried: St Mary’s Church, Standon, Hertfordshire.
Read more and see images of the tomb here…
Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots
In this blog, I share an excerpt from Jade Scott’s book, ‘Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots.
A Long Weekend Away in The Cotswolds
In this guide, we travel to the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB). In the Tudor period, the Cotswolds were renowned for supplying the best quality wool in Europe. Today, picture-perfect villages and lush, rolling hillsides surround some incredible Tudor places. Let’s go time travelling!
Milden Hall, Suffolk
Milden Hall is renowned for preserving one of England’s finest examples of a sixteenth- and seventeenth-century farmyard. This historic estate now offers authentic luxury holiday accommodation for large groups.
Exploring Pitchford Hall: Shropshire’s Gem Of Elizabethan History
In this episode, I visit Pitchford Hall in Shropshire. Built around 1560, Pitchford Hall is one of England’s finest examples of a half-timbered Elizabethan house.
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Sir Ralph Sadler (Sadlier)
Name and Title: Sir Ralph Sadler.
Born: 1507 in Hackney, London.
Died: 30 March 1587 at Standon, Hertfordshire.
Buried: St Mary’s Church, Standon, Hertfordshire.
Read more and see images of the tomb here…
Layer Marney Tower, Essex
In this episode, I visit Layer Marney Tower in Essex. I’m shown around by its owner, Sheila Charrington. We explore this stunning Tudor gatehouse, the tallest of its kind in the UK. Its impressive height and elaborate brickwork, showcase the wealth and ambition of its creator, Lord Henry Marney.
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The 1535 Progress: Basing House, Hampshire
After a short journey from Sherbourne St John, Anne and Henry arrived at Basing House, the principal seat of Sir William Paulet, Comptroller of the King’s Household, on 19 October 1535. One of the finest residences in the country, Basing House covered over 14 acres, and parts of the building rose to five storeys high.
While it is unclear whereabouts in the building the royal couple stayed, records suggest the impromptu two day visit cost Sir William Paulet in the region of £6000 (£600,000 in today’s money).