Talking Tudors

Episode 254 - Hosting Henry VIII at West Horsley Place with Ilona Harris & Professor James Clark

Join Natalie Grueninger on this episode of Talking Tudors as she delves into the fascinating world of Henry VIII. This week, Natalie welcomes Professor James Clark from the University of Exeter and Ilona Harris, Director of West Horsley Place, to discuss the historic visit of Henry VIII to West Horsley Place in July 1533.

Discover the significance of this royal visit that took place during a critical moment in Henry VIII's reign, shortly after his marriage to Anne Boleyn and her subsequent coronation. Learn about the history of the manor house, the lavish banquet that greeted the king, and the hunting expedition that took place. Explore the political and social implications of Henry's visit, and how it served as a strategic move to secure his new era.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the extensive research conducted by historians and the immersive events planned at West Horsley Place to celebrate and mark the king's visit. From jousting and falconry displays to interactive family activities and intimate talks, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Don't miss this captivating journey back to the Tudor court. For more information and to book tickets for the upcoming events, visit the West Horsley Place website.

https://www.westhorsleyplace.org/

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Learn more about Professor Clark here:

https://arch-history.exeter.ac.uk/history/profile/index.php?web_id=clark

Check out his latest book!

https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300269956/the-dissolution-of-the-monasteries/

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Episode 253 - Hever Castle's Boleyn Apartment with Kate McCaffrey

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Kate McCaffrey about the Boleyn Apartment at Hever Castle

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Episode 252 - The Betrayal of Anne Boleyn with Dr Estelle Paranque

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Estelle Paranque about her latest book, 'Thorns, Lust and Glory: The Betrayal of Anne Boleyn'. 

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Episode 251 - James II and the Tudors

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Justine Brown about James II and the Tudors.

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Episode 250 - A Gentleman from Japan at the Court of Elizabeth I with Thomas Lockley

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Thomas Lockley about his latest book, 'A Gentleman from Japan: The Untold Story of an Incredible Journey from Asia to Queen Elizabeth's Court'. 

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Episode 249 - Three Queens: Jane Grey, Mary I & Elizabeth I with Rosamund Gravelle

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Rosamund Gravelle about her debut play, Three Queens. 

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Episode 248 - Queen Anne Boleyn's Trial Records with Dr Dan Gosling

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Dan Gosling about Anne Boleyn's trial records and execution warrant. 

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Episode 247 - Queen Anne Boleyn's Apartments at the Tower of London with Dr Owen Emmerson

Natalie Grueninger speaks to Dr Owen Emmerson about the Queen's Apartments at the Tower of London, where Anne Boleyn was housed prior to her execution. 

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Episode 246 - The Extraordinary Life of Catherine Willoughby with Victoria Male

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Victoria Male about the life of Catherine Willoughby, Duchess of Suffolk.

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Episode 245 - The Life of Alice Spencer with Dr Vanessa Wilkie

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Vanessa Wilkie about the life of Alice Spencer. 

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Episode 244 - The Women Who Served the Tudor Queens with Dr Nicola Clark

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Nicola Clark about her forthcoming book, 'The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women Who Served the Tudor Queens'. 

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Episode 243 - Heroines of the Tudor World with Sharon Bennett Connolly

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Sharon Bennett Connolly about her forthcoming book, 'Heroines of the Tudor World'. 

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Episode 242 - The Life of Anthony Woodville with Danielle Burton

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Danielle Burton about the life of Anthony Woodville.

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Episode 241 - 1000 Tudor People with Melita Thomas

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Melita Thomas about her latest book, '1000 Tudor People'.

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Episode 240 - Anne Boleyn's Psalter with Sophie Bacchus-Waterman

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Sophie Bacchus-Waterman about her research into Anne Boleyn's psalter. 

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Episode 239 - Four Women Who Wrote the Renaissance with Professor Ramie Targoff

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Professor Ramie Targoff about her new book, 'Shakespeare's Sisters: Four Women Who Wrote the Renaissance'. 

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Episode 238 - The Life of Catherine Carey with Dr Wendy J. Dunn

Natalie Grueninger speaks to Dr Wendy J. Dunn about her latest book, 'Henry VIII's True Daughter: Catherine Carey, A Tudor Life'. 

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Episode 237 - Young Elizabeth with Dr Nicola Tallis

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Nicola Tallis about her new book 'Young Elizabeth: Princess, Prisoner, Queen.

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Episode 236 - Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley: An Enduring Love with Corina Apostu

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Corina Apostu about Elizabeth I's relationship with Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. 

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Episode 235 - Henry VIII's Lost Tapestry

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Amina Wright, Senior Curator at the Faith Museum and Sutherland Forsyth, Associate Director of Heritage & Engagement at the Auckland Project, about the campaign to help save Henry VIII's lost tapestry.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1z5WF2KiVpw

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