Sir Thomas Boleyn, father of Anne Boleyn
Detail of brass on tomb of Thomas Boleyn Today, I'm going to look at Sir Thomas Boleyn, Earl…
Claire’s Guest Post at the Tudor Tutor
As you know, I was lucky enough to hear Alison Weir speak recently at the Mary Rose Museum,…
The Death of Henry Fitzroy, Duke of Richmond and Somerset
On this day in history, the 22nd July 1536 (some sources state 23rd July), Henry VIII's illegitimate son,…
Anne Boleyn’s Royal Blood
Many people talk of the Boleyns as upstarts or commoners but, just like Henry VIII's other five wives…
I’m Back!
Just a quick post to say that I'm back from my 2 week holiday in the UK which…
The Burning of Anne Askew
On this day in history, the 16th July 1546, Anne Askew, John Lascelles and two other Protestants were…
King Henry VIII’s Summer Pageant, Hever Castle
If you're in Kent this weekend then don't miss King Henry VIII's Summer Pageant this weekend at Hever…