The Other Boleyn Boy… Did a fourth Boleyn sibling survive to maturity?

I am currently reading Alison Weir’s new book on Mary Boleyn and was intrigued by some information … [Read more...]

Historical Fiction or Populist Toss?

I am not sure if I have ever shared with you a little about my day job. I am a Primary School … [Read more...]

Possible Portrait of Mary Tudor?

I have just read a very interesting post about this portrait of an 'English Princess' dated back to … [Read more...]

These bloody days…

On the morning of Wednesday, 17th May 1536 George Boleyn, Henry Norris, Francis Weston, William … [Read more...]

Roses at the Tower of London

On my visit to the Tower of London last year I spoke with a Yeoman Warder about the roses that are … [Read more...]

Has a new portrait of Mary Tudor been uncovered?

Canon Russ inherited the contents of Sawston Hall, including a 16th century portrait. Now, in order … [Read more...]