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Why do castles get lost? How do you find one? What constitutes a castle anyway? And could you be the next person to discover one? Learn how in this interactive online talk with Dr Rachel Swallow and DigVentures!
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How the Reformation “Broke” the English Church? Lecture by Dr Emma J. Wells, ecclesiastical and architectural historian/buildings archaeologist. Event organiser is The Charterhouse
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Although one of Henry VIII’s smaller residences, Chelsea Manor had noteworthy associations with several Tudor queens, one of whom, Anne of Cleves, died there. Dr Elizabeth Norton searches out what is known about the manor, which is now long gone, almost without a trace.
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With an expert tour guide and a glass of prosecco in hand
....travel through five centuries of scandal, royal dramas, deaths and terrifying hauntings. Hear the stories of those who have called Hackney’s oldest house a home since it was built in 1535 by Sir Ralph Sadleir.
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This tour of Knole's attic spaces will reveal the stories behind centuries of graffiti, lost 17th century letters and witchmarks.
These behind the scenes tours will take in the impressive decorated ceilings and fireplaces of the Retainer's Gallery, South Barracks and Upper Kings Room.
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Join Lesley Smith, curator of Tutbury Castle, on this romantic evening for this highly entertaining talk which is strictly for adults! With a master’s degree in Tudor Medicine, she specialises in contraception and conception in the 16th century.
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We can’t think of many cosier ways to spend these January nights.
‘The Lost Chelsea Manor’ from Issue 04 (pictured here!) is the fourth in the series of Lost Tudor Palaces from regular contributor Dr Elizabeth Norton.
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Don’t forget you can still purchase issues 1-3 of Tudor Places as a bundle for £19.99 (£15.99 for digital copies).
Perfect for binge reading in your PJs as this reader is doing!
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In an age where much wealth was held in portable objects, the medieval and Tudor kings housed their jewels, plate and other valuables in jewel houses within their palaces. In Issue 04, Dr Nicola Tallis looks at those jewel houses in which Henry VII and Henry VIII stored their treasures.
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The English victory at the Battle of Flodden, led by Thomas Howard, Earl of Surrey, and his sons, was a disaster for Scotland. Its nobility was decimated and their king, James IV, became the last reigning British monarch to be killed in battle. Julian Humphrys explores Flodden battlefield and the bloody events that occurred there on 9 September 1513.
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Another (wonderfully zen!) behind the scenes of this West Sussex map by Kathryn Holeman. In upcoming Issue 05 Sarah Morris, The Tudor Travel Guide, takes us to Tudor West Sussex.
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In the latest Issue of Tudor Places, Sarah Morris, the Tudor Travel Guide, takes us up north, to Derbyshire and just over the county border into South Yorkshire to visit Sheffield, on the trail of the powerful Talbot family, better known as the Earls of Shrewsbury.
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Getting snaps from happy readers never gets old! We’re grateful for every piece of feedback and support.
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Spotted in the wild! A lovely stack of Issue 03 at the Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
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Photo credit: Dr Elizabeth Norton
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Monastery, Tudor mansion, school and almshouse – this quiet haven amidst the hustle and bustle of central London has a long and colourful history. For Issue 04, we explore its remarkable medieval and Tudor heritage and eclectic mix of architecture.
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One of the best surviving fragments of Henry VIII’s privy apartments at Hampton Court Palace, the “Wolsey Closet” provides a glimpse of how colourful and highly decorated those apartments were. In Issue 04, Charles Farris explores the wonders of this small space, where nothing is as it seems.
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Never miss a thing! Tudor Places has some exciting stuff coming for you over the coming weeks and you won’t want to miss any of it. Follow this account and sign up to our newsletter to make sure that you don’t!
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In the latest Issue of Tudor Places, Sarah Morris, the Tudor Travel Guide, takes us up north, to Derbyshire and just over the county border into South Yorkshire to visit Sheffield, on the trail of the powerful Talbot family, better known as the Earls of Shrewsbury.
#tudorplaces #tudorplacesmag #tudorplacesmagazine #earlofshrewsbury #bessofhardwick #historytravel #historicallocations #effigies #southyorkshire #derbyshire #sheffield
Dr Joanne Paul is a writer, historian and broadcaster working on the history of the Renaissance, Tudor and Early Modern periods. Her first book, The House of Dudley: A New History of Tudor England, was published to widespread acclaim in March 2022. In Issue 04 we ask her about her favourite Tudor Places.
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For our 4th issue, we sat down with independent historian, author and speaker Melanie Backe-Hansen, and talked about everything from what is involved in being house historian to her personal favourite Tudor Place.
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The English victory at the Battle of Flodden, led by Thomas Howard, Earl of Surrey, and his sons, was a disaster for Scotland. Its nobility was decimated and their king, James IV, became the last reigning British monarch to be killed in battle. Julian Humphrys explores Flodden battlefield and the bloody events that occurred there on 9 September 1513.
#tudorplaces #tudorplacesmagazine #battleofflodden #thomashoward #earlofsurrey #dukeofnorfolk #jamesiv #louisxii
In an age where much wealth was held in portable objects, the medieval and Tudor kings housed their jewels, plate and other valuables in jewel houses within their palaces. In Issue 04, Dr Nicola Tallis looks at those jewel houses in which Henry VII and Henry VIII stored their treasures.
https://bit.ly/3VxWf5i
#tudorplaces #tudorplacesmag #tudorplacesmagazine #toweroflondon #jeweltower #henryvii #henryviii #charlesii #richardii #crownjewels
Monastery, Tudor mansion, school and almshouse – this quiet haven amidst the hustle and bustle of central London has a long and colourful history. For Issue 04, we explore its remarkable medieval and Tudor heritage and eclectic mix of architecture.
#tudorplaces #tudorplacesmag #tudorplacesmagazine #almshouse #tudormansion #monestary #thecharterhouse #norfolkcloister #cartuhsianmartyrs
Taken from another overwhelmingly positive review written by Sharon Bennett Connolly from History… The Interesting Bits! Thank you for the wonderful words of encouragement!
Link to full review (and an excellent website for history lovers!): https://bit.ly/3P9ceV6
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A wonderful review that we’ve received this week from Royal History Geeks. We’re so pleased that people are enjoying the magazine. Thank you to all our readers, contributors and colleagues for all the continued support!
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Henry VIII’s last great construction project was, in its day, the height of modernity and the epitome of Tudor opulence, but its magnificence was short-lived. Read about the fantastical Nonsuch palace and what can still be seen today, in Issue 02 of Tudor Places magazine.
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These sites in London - some famous and others less well-known - all have links to the Tudor period. Join our mailing list for a FREE download of our 35 Tudor Places guide! You’ll also receive our regular What’s On newsletter once you’re signed up!
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Black Friday flash sale!
Until midnight on Friday 25 there’ll be 50% off everything!
Use code BF50 at the checkout for 50% off issues 01, 02, 03 and our Christmas bundle.
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An excerpt from ‘Tudor Tombs in Salisbury Cathedral’ by Julian Humphrys for Issue 03.
Salisbury Cathedral, renowned for its glorious medieval architecture and housing of a rare original Magna Carta, also has several lesser-known Tudor connections.
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Lovely feedback from a happy reader. Testimonials like this are so rewarding and motivational!
An annual subscription would make a great Christmas present for history lovers!
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