Scholar, King, and Unifier of Crowns - James VI and I
On this day in Tudor-Stuart history, 19th June 1566, King James VI of Scotland and I of England was born at Edinburgh Castle—an infant who would one day unite two crowns and leave a lasting legacy on ...
18 Jun 20255min
Henry VIII’s Illegitimate Son: Henry Fitzroy
On this day in Tudor history — traditionally 15th June 1519 — Henry Fitzroy, the illegitimate but much-loved son of King Henry VIII and Elizabeth “Bessie” Blount, was born at the Priory of St Lawrence...
14 Jun 20254min
The Dastardly Richard Rich: Tudor Villain or Political Survivor?
On this day in Tudor history, 12th June 1567, Richard Rich, 1st Baron Rich, died—and few figures in the Tudor era have earned the label "villain" quite like him. From betraying Sir Thomas More to pers...
11 Jun 20255min
How the Tudors Slept: Rituals, Remedies, and Nighttime Beliefs
Tossing and turning at night? The Tudors may have had the answer. In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of Tudor sleep—where bedtime wasn’t just about rest, but about health, virtue, and ...
7 Jun 20256min
Maria de Salinas - The Loyal Friend Who Defied a King
On this day in Tudor history, 5th June 1516, Maria de Salinas married Lord Willoughby of Eresby. But this Spanish noblewoman would be remembered not for her marriage, but for her fierce loyalty to Que...
4 Jun 20255min
Anne Boleyn Crowned Queen - A Day of Splendour and Symbolism
On this day in history, Anne Boleyn reached the pinnacle of her triumph. After six years of struggle, scandal, and seismic political and religious change, Anne Boleyn was crowned Queen of England in ...
31 Mai 20254min
Tudor Timekeeping: Bells, Clocks, and a Bit of Bling
Ever wondered how people in the Tudor period told the time—long before smartphones or wristwatches? In this video, I explore the fascinating ways our medieval and Tudor ancestors kept track of their d...
26 Mai 20255min
The Pygmy and Beagle: Robert Cecil, the Power behind Two Thrones
On 24th May 1612, one of the most powerful men of the Elizabethan and early Stuart courts—Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury—died on his way home from taking the waters at Bath. He was just 48, but h...
23 Mai 20254min
