Plague, Power, and the Cromwells: The Story of Swanborough Manor
One of the delightful things about researching this series is how uncovering the history of one location has unearthed yet…
Richard Rich, 1st Baron Rich
Name and Title: Richard Rich, 1st Baron Rich and Lord Chancellor during the reign of King Henry VIII.
Born: Basingstoke, Hampshire, July 1496.
Died: 12 June 1567, Rochford, Essex.
Buried: Holy Cross Church, Felsted, Essex.
Read more and see images of the tomb here…
Hellens Manor: A Thousand Years Of History, Mystery And Intrigue
This show notes page accompanies my on-location visit to Hellens Manor, tucked away in the charming village of Much Marcle, Herefordshire. From its rich history and fascinating artefacts to the centuries of stories woven into its walls, Hellens is a true hidden treasure.
Canonbury Place: Thomas Cromwell’s Rural Retreat
Before we leave London, we have one further residence to explore, and it’s likely not one you have heard of…
Elizabeth of York | Henry VIII | Jane Seymour | London | Margaret Douglas | PEOPLE | Sir Ralph Sadler | Sir William Herbert | Thomas Cromwell
King’s Place / Brooke House: From Thomas Cromwell’s Ambitions to Wartime Tragedy
Thomas Cromwell’s ownership of King’s Place, later known as Brooke House, was brief—less than a year—but true to form, the…
Dorset | John Beaufort, 1st Duke of Somerset | Lady Margaret Beaufort | Margaret Beauchamp, 1st Duchess of Somerset | PLACES | Sir Christopher Hatton | Sir Thomas Wyatt | Sir Walter Raleigh
A Meander Through Tudor Dorset
In this guide, we travel to the county of Dorset. We discover its picturesque towns and historic attractions, taking in churches, castles and manor houses with captivating Tudor history and connections.
Rockingham Castle: A Tudor Transformation From Fortress To Home
This show notes page accompanies my on-location visit to Rockingham Castle in Northamptonshire. The Castle was built by William the Conqueror in the late eleventh century as a motte-and-bailey castle. In Tudor times, Rockingham shifted from a medieval fortress into a comfortable family home. In 1544, King Henry VIII granted the castle to Edward Watson. The Watson’s have owned and lived in the castle ever since.
London | Mary Queen of Scots | North Yorkshire | Northamptonshire | PEOPLE | Places by County | Scotland | South Yorkshire
The World of Mary, Queen of Scots
Name and Title(s): Mary, Queen of Scots and Queen Consort of France
Born: 8 December 1542, Linlithgow Palace
Died: Executed at Fotheringhay Castle on 8 February 1587
Buried:First, Peterborough Cathedral and later Westminster Abbey, London.
PEOPLE | Sussex | Sussex | Thomas Cromwell
Lords Place: Thomas Cromwell’s Mansion in Lewes
The Rise and Fall of The Priory of St Pancras On 16 February 1538, Thomas Cromwell formerly took possession of…
Bradgate Park and Groby Old Hall
This show notes page accompanies my on-location visit to two sites in Leicestershire: Groby Old Hall and Bradgate Park. With links to the Grey family, Bradgate Park was the childhood home of Lady Jane Grey, granddaughter of Mary Tudor (sister of Henry VIII) and Henry Grey, 1st Duke of Suffolk.