Hampton Court Palace – A Tudor Gem
The beautiful riverside Hampton Court Palace is a treasure trove for Tudor history lovers, which is why it…
September 2011
The Ghost of Henry VIII’s Daughter, Princess Caroline?
I've been inundated recently with emails regarding a video of a ghost at Leeds Castle said to be…
5 September 1548 – Death of Catherine Parr, Queen Dowager
Today we remember a great lady and my second favourite of Henry VIII's wives, Queen Catherine Parr, for…
4 September 1539 – Marriage Treaty of Anne of Cleves and Henry VIII
On this day in history, 4th September 1539, William, Duke of Cleves, signed the marriage treaty promising his…
The Lost Boleyns – Update on the Tomb Brasses of Thomas and Henry Boleyn
Further to my investigations into the monumental brass crosses on the tombs of Thomas and Henry Boleyn, brothers…
The Mystery of Mary Boleyn – Guest Post by Sarah Bryson
Today we have a guest post from Sarah Bryson, owner of the Anne Boleyn: From Queen to History…
1 September 1532 – Anne Boleyn Becomes Marquis of Pembroke
On this day in history, Sunday 1st September 1532, at Windsor Castle, Henry VIII fitted Anne Boleyn for…