Seckford Hall, Suffolk
Seckford Hall is a historic country house set in acres of stunning grounds and gardens. Now a luxury hotel, guests can stay in unique accommodation, including the room once visited by Elizabeth I.
Armchair Traveller | Gloucestershire | Katherine Parr | Katherine Parr | PEOPLE | Places by County | Road-Trip Traveller | Tudor Tombs
KATHERINE PARR, QUEEN OF ENGLAND
Name and Title: Katherine Parr (she signed her letters Kateryn Parr), Queen of England.
Born: Blackfriars, London, c.1512.
Died: 5 September 1548.
Buried: Sudeley Castle Chapel, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire.
In this blog we explore the life, death and burial of Queen Katherine Parr…
Athelhampton House, Dorset
Athelhampton House is one of the best preserved Tudor manor houses in the country and offers accommodation options for up to fourteen people.
The Lygon Arms, Worcestershire
The Lygon Arms in Broadway is a beautiful Tudor building, believed to be used by King Charles I during the Civil War. Today it offers a range of luxury accommodation.
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Thomas White, Mayor of Tenby
Name and Titles: Thomas White, Mayor of Tenby
Born: unknown
Died: 8 May 1483
Buried: St Mary’s Church, Tenby, Pembrokeshire.
In this blog we explore the life, death and burial of Thomas White
Hylton Cottage, Suffolk
Hylton Cottage is located in the heart of Lavenham in Suffolk – one of the best preserved medieval towns in the country.
Roch Castle, Pembrokeshire
Roch Castle’s history dates back to the twelfth century. Lovingly restored, it is now an award-winning hotel, with panoramic views of Pembrokeshire.
Rhys ap Thomas | The Tudor Travel Guide
Name and Titles: Sir Rhys ap Thomas KG
Born: 1449, Carmarthenshire
Died: 1525.
Buried: Greyfriars, Carmarthen, later moved at the Dissolution to St Peter’s Church, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire.
In this blog we explore the life, death and burial of Rhys ap Thomas, hero of the Battle of Bosworth.
Buckland Manor, Worcestershire
Buckland Hall sits adjacent to the small, sleepy village of Buckland, near the Worcestershire/ Gloucestershire border. On the edge of the Cotswolds, Buckland Manor is your chance to stay in a late Tudor building in luxury.
Freston Tower, Suffolk
Discover Freston Tower in Suffolk, thought to be the oldest building of its kind in England. Now available as a holiday let, Freston Tower’s intriguing story dates back to the sixteenth century.