Resting Place
Anne Boleyn was executed on the 19th May 1536 and laid to rest in the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, along with other victims of the executioner.
Discover the intriguing story behind Anne Boleyn’s burial site, located within the grounds of the iconic Tower of London. Executed on May 19, 1536, Anne was laid to rest in an unmarked grave in the Chapel of St. Peter ad Vincula, a sacred resting place for those who met tragic ends at the Tower.
Her burial remained shrouded in mystery for centuries, fueling debates about her final resting place. During a 19th-century restoration, bones believed to be Anne’s were identified and reinterred beneath a memorial plaque. Today, visitors to the Tower can pay their respects and reflect on the dramatic downfall of Henry VIII’s second wife.
Unravel the history of this poignant site and its connection to Tudor intrigue, ambition, and betrayal. Plan your visit to uncover Anne Boleyn’s lasting legacy in one of England’s most famous landmarks.
You can find out more about her resting place in the following articles, along with some of the myths and legends regarding her burial:-
- Anne Boleyn Experience Day 3 – Commemorating Anne Boleyn’s death.
- Where is Anne Boleyn Buried?
- The Ghost of Anne Boleyn
- Anne Boleyn and the Tower of London
- Anne Boleyn’s Final Resting Place
- Natalie Dormer Finds out More About Anne Boleyn
Is it possible to visit Anne’s resting place in the chapel.
Yes, Yeoman Warders’ tours of the Tower end in the chapel or you can wait until later in the day when the chapel opens to the public.
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Can Philippa gerggry make a film of Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. The date and month of the birthday and there life till the end