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This 4-day journey through Tudor Suffolk takes you to some of my favourite places, steeped in Tudor history and fabulous architecture. We will visit Otley Hall, Framlingham Castle & Church, Westhorpe Hall, Thetford Priory, Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Melford Hall, Kentwell Hall and Ipswich, the birthplace of Thomas Wolsey, Henry VIII’s formidable first minister.
This is a 6-day itinerary through my home country of North Yorkshire. As a local of the region, I will take you to some of its most treasured Tudor locations, both on and off the tourist trail. Get ready to explore: Reivaulx Abbey, Mount Grace Priory, Sheriff Hutton Castle, York, Markenfiled Hall, Fountains Abbey, Snape Castle, Jervalux Abbey, Middleham Castle and Bolton Castle.
Let’s head into south-east Wales, just across the border from England, to enjoy the best of its famous castles and historic buildings. This is a simple ‘weekend away’ tour meant to be enjoyed from a single base. Discover the mighty Chepstow and Raglan Castles, associated with the Earls of Worcester and Pembroke, along with the idyllic and tranquil setting for the ruins of Tintern Abbey.
This 4-day journey through Tudor Suffolk takes you to some of my favourite places, steeped in Tudor history and fabulous architecture. We will visit Otley Hall, Framlingham Castle & Church, Westhorpe Hall, Thetford Priory, Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Melford Hall, Kentwell Hall and Ipswich, the birthplace of Thomas Wolsey, Henry VIII’s formidable first minister.
We enjoy a leisurely weekend break, exploring three fascinating locations with Tudor connections in the area: Cowdray House, The Weald and Downland Living Museum and Arundel Castle. From haunting ruins to an immersion in the life of an ordinary Tudor and, finally, on to one of the most spectacular castles in southern England, West Sussex has much to offer the Tudor time traveller.
Let’s explore a history-packed weekend in the ancient city of Winchester! With deep historical roots that reach way back into pre-history, the City is a veritable treasure trove of heritage buildings. From its spectacular cathedral through to an exquisite Tudor artefact associated with the marriage of Mary I to Philip of Spain, Winchester is a time traveller’s delight!
Of all the counties in England, Kent has many Tudor riches to enjoy. This is primarily because of its position close to London and en route to the Continent but also because of its connection to the Boleyn family. In this 6-day itinerary, we will travel from east to west, visiting some of the best Tudor places the county has to offer.
Associated with England’s most famous playwright, William Shakespeare, we tour six fabulously historic locations in Shakespeare’s Stratford-Upon-Avon. We will follow the Bard from the cradle to the grave, mapping the chronology of his life through some iconic Tudor places.
The birthplace of the Tudor dynasty and a county inextricably linked with the first Tudor monarch: Henry VII, Pembrokeshire is rich with Tudor connections and makes for a fantastic long weekend break. We discover the county’s best Tudor places, from beaches and castles to cathedrals and churches to Elizabethan houses, with underground tunnels thrown in for good measure.
York is the capital city and crowning jewel of North Yorkshire. It is among a select handful of English cities to have most of its medieval walls still intact, and within those walls, wonky medieval buildings and higgledy-piggledy streets abound. The treasure trove of historic buildings makes the city deserving of at least two days of sightseeing.
Norfolk is a county steeped in significant Tudor history. At its centre is the city of Norwich, once England’s second-largest and wealthiest city after London. From the home of the Boleyns at Blickling to the ruined Howard Mausoleum at Thetford, there is plenty to explore.
Enjoy a four-day tour through the Cotswolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (ANOB). We travel from north to south, from the exquisitely beautiful Sudeley Castle to Acton Court, with its range built in 1535 to host a royal visit by King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
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A Three-Day Tour Of The Tudor North-West
Journey north into the rugged landscapes of Lancashire and Cheshire, where three remarkable Tudor houses reveal a very different side of Tudor England. From the religious defiance of Hoghton Tower and the Catholic secrets of Speke Hall to the extraordinary timber-framed beauty of Little Moreton Hall, discover a landscape shaped by faith, family and political upheaval.
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Tudor Farmhouse Hotel
For a truly atmospheric base from which to explore the history of the Forest of Dean and the Tudor story of the Welsh Marches, Tudor Farmhouse in Clearwell is hard to beat. Full of historic charm but with beautifully appointed rooms and a renowned restaurant showcasing locally sourced ingredients, it offers the perfect combination of character, comfort and good food – making it an inviting place to relax after a day of exploring
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Tretower Castle and Court: A Journey Through Medieval and Tudor Wales
In this episode of The Tudor History & Travel Show, I visit Tretower, a remarkable castle and court nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Welsh Marches. I explore the site with Ian Roberts, Head Custodian of Tretower Court and Castle, who shares his incredible knowledge as we uncover the stories behind its imposing tower, its powerful medieval owners and the remarkable court that followed.
