Blickling Hall
Blickling Hall is a stately home in Norfolk, England. The Boleyn family owned the original hall from 1499 until 1505. It is thought that Mary and George were born at Blickling but it is not known if Anne was, as her date of birth is still the subject of much discussion. If she was born prior to 1505, as one school of thought suggests, then it is likely she was born at Blickling. But if her birth was post 1505, then it is likely she was born at Hever Castle in Kent.
The current home was built on the ruins of the old Boleyn property during the reign of James I. Although nothing of the original property remains, the grounds are said to play host to the spectre of Anne Boleyn on the anniversary of her execution and that of her father Thomas Boleyn.
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The National Trust- Blickling Hall
Sir Henry Hobart is my 11th great grandfather and the first baronet of Blickling Hall. I appreciate all Info that I can ckollect on him. This is most helpful. Gordokn Keneeson USA
There’s a book (available on Amazon) called
Kings Mistress, Queens Servant. A biography of
Henrietta Howard nee Hobart, who lived at Blickling
Hall, Norfolk. When King Charles the second pensioned
Her off, she was able to have a house built by the river Thames,
at Twickenham. The house is still there, furnished as it was then
and open to visitors. I live not far from there. If you’re ever this
way, let me know. bryanrichardhoward@yahoo.com
Regards,
Bryan
Please feel free to contact me re: Blickling Hall and the Hobart family.
Regards, bryanrichardhoward@yahoo.com