In this guide, we travel to Rutland, England’s smallest county. Covering only 147 square miles, this rural county nevertheless boasts some glorious countryside and a diverse and fascinating array of heritage locations. We discover its Tudor history and connections.
One of the delightful things about researching this series is how uncovering the history of one location has unearthed yet…
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.
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Before we leave London, we have one further residence to explore, and it’s likely not one you have heard of…
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.
The Rise and Fall of The Priory of St Pancras On 16 February 1538, Thomas Cromwell formerly took possession of…
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.
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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.
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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.
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Name and Title: Cardinal John Morton, Lord Chancellor of England and Archbishop of Canterbury,
Born: Circa 1420.
Died: 15 September 1500 at Knole, Kent.
Buried: Our Lady Undercroft of Canterbury Cathedral.
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