Many of our modern Christmas traditions would have been unheard of during the reigns of Henry VIII and his Tudor brethren. Don’t expect to see a Christmas tree, for one thing. The religious nature of the holiday took precedence on…
Maids of Honour – Henry VIII’s True Love?
On June 24, 1509, the young Henry Tudor was crowned King of England, just a few days shy of his 18th birthday. During his reign, the country underwent many changes. Perhaps most notably, we broke away from the Catholic church…
Castles of Britain: Leeds Castle
Located almost at the exact centre of Kent, Leeds Castle lies within 500 acres of parks and gardens. Its rich history and magnificent views make it an excellent destination for a day in the country. History of Leeds Castle The…