20 September 1486 – Elizabeth of York gives birth to Prince Arthur
On this day in history, just "afore one o’clock after midnight" on 20th September 1486, Elizabeth of York,…
Tudor Characters
19 September 1580 – The Duchess of Suffolk dies
On this day in history, 19th September 1580, Katherine Bertie (née Willoughby and previous married name Brandon), Dowager…
John Leland and Anne Boleyn’s coronation
Today is the anniversary of the birth of John Leland, poet and antiquary, in London on 13th September…
12 September 1555 – The Trial of Archbishop Cranmer begins
On this day in history, Thursday 12th September 1555, the trial of Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, began…
30 August 1548 – Catherine Parr gives birth to a daughter
On this day in history, 30th August 1548, Catherine Parr, Queen Dowager and wife of Thomas Seymour, Baron…
25 August 1554 – Death of Thomas Howard, 3rd Duke of Norfolk
On this day in history, 25th August 1554, Thomas Howard, 3rd Duke of Norfolk, magnate, soldier and uncle…
Margaret Pole, Countess at Home by Susan Higginbotham
A warm welcome to Susan Higginbotham who is joining us today as part of the book tour for…