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Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
Elizabeth I's relationship with Mary, Queen of Scots is perhaps the most pivotal of her entire life, and yet they never met. In this second episode in our series, Joint Chief Curator Tracy Borman is joined by Dr Andrea Clarke, to discuss ho
Elizabeth I - The Women Who Shaped a Queen
Elizabeth I was profoundly shaped by the women around her, and this series will explore these pivotal relationships throughout her life. Joint Chief Curator Tracy Borman opens our series with Dr Nicola Tallis, and together they explore the
Introducing Elizabeth I - The Women Who Shaped A Queen - NEW SERIES
This new three-part series on the Historic Royal Palaces Podcast will explore Elizabeth I, and the women who shaped a queen. Joint Chief Curator Tracy Borman will take us on a journey from Elizabeth's early life, right the way through to th
James I and the Witch Hunts: A War on Women?
When James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne as James I, he sparked the English witch hunts into a fire. They would become one of the largest miscarriages of justice against women in the 17th century, but what prompted them, and wh
A Space I Love S3 – The Queen's Staircase at Hampton Court Palace
In this final episode of our A Space I Love Series, we join Deputy Chief Curator Sebastian Edwards in the Queen's staircase at Hampton Court Palace. The stairs are the hub of the palace, and they represent a surprisingly unique space with a
A Space I Love S3 – Chapel of St John the Evangelist at the Tower of London
This week is the third part of our mini-series on spaces we love. We'll be joining Assistant Curator Alfred Hawkins, who has chosen to take us into the Chapel of St John the Evangelist, at the Tower of London. As the most important space in
A Space I Love S3 – The Dining Room at Hillsborough Castle
This week we're continuing our mini-series on treasured spaces with a trip to Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in Northern Ireland. We'll follow Research and Interpretation Producer Emma Lawthers, into the magnificent state dining room – a s
A Space I Love S3 – The Oak Room at Hampton Court Palace
In this four part mini-series, we're back exploring a selection of treasured spaces in our palaces with the people who know them best, our curators. Each space has been personally chosen by our resident experts, revealing how immersing ours
The Tudor World - Beyond Hampton Court Palace
The Tudor world ushered in an age of wealth, magnificence, challenge and opportunity in the early 16th century. Hampton Court Palace stood at the heart of this period, as the home of Thomas Wolsey, Henry VIII's chief minister. But the Tudor
The Princes in the Tower - Wars of the Roses Part Five
Does the mystery of the Princes in the Tower remain of such interest today because it is unsolved? In this final episode of our Wars of the Roses series, Curator Charles Farris is joined by Joint Chief Curator Tracy Borman and Research Lead
Women of the Wars of the Roses - Part Four
Women played vital roles in the power struggles of the Wars of the Roses, but history hasn't always been portrayed this way. In this episode we're putting women back in the narrative, from Margaret of Anjou right the way through to Elizabet
Wars of the Roses Part Three – Edward IV to Richard III
The middle and end of the Wars of the Roses is arguably the most complicated period of this history, with big personalities and power players fighting for the top spot in the game of thrones. In episode three of this series, we hope to unpa
Wars of the Roses Part Two – The Reign of Henry VI
In this second episode of our five-part series on the Wars of the Roses, we investigate the reign of Henry VI and the start of the dynastic struggle that was the Wars of the Roses. Henry has often been blamed for the start of the conflict b
Wars of the Roses Part One - Origins and Context
The Wars of the Roses was a turbulent period of conflict in the 15th century that ultimately ushered in a new dynasty with the Tudors. In this first episode of our new five-part series, Historic Royal Palaces Curator Charles Farris leads us
The Wars of the Roses - NEW SERIES
In this new five-part series, Historic Royal Palaces Curator Charles Farris leads us into the stormy world of the Wars of the Roses. We aim to reveal how and why such a turbulent period of conflict occurred in the 15th century, and ultimate
Graffiti at the Tower of London – New Research at the Palaces
The Tower of London holds an incredible collection of historic graffiti, from the prisoners of the Tudor dynasty, right through to the 20th century. But there is still so much that we don't know about who made the graffiti and why. In this
Outliers – Pinpricks of Light
Caroline Herschel stares at the stars. Recognition as an astronomer and scientist seems further away than even the most distant constellations. But her discovery of comets and her love for her work is contagious. It's not long before Queen
Outliers – Secrets of the Bedchamber
Catalina served Katherine of Aragon for years, proudly, passionately, and loyally following her from Spain all the way to the side of King Henry VIII. But Henry's interest has turned. He is intent on divorce, and his henchmen are digging up
Outliers – Crack of Thunder
Leech is a man who knows about fire, how it burns and how it feels. But when Whitehall Palace, the largest palace in Europe, becomes the greatest kindling pile for a seemingly unquenchable blaze, even he is left dazzled. Everything burns, e
Outliers – Fresh Sweat and Cloves
As lady-in-waiting to an ageing queen and wife to a failed adventurer, Bess Raleigh has learnt to fight her corner against all adversity. Her life is spent in the shadow of the Tower of London with her husband Sir Walter Raleigh. But will s
Outliers – Mehmet and Peter
Outliers – Stories from the edge of history is an historic fiction podcast that explores how big events are viewed and shaped by the people in the shadows. It's late spring in 1726 at Kensington Palace, and the lavish court of King George I
Henry VIII's Royal Progresses - New Research at the Palaces
The practice of journeying around the country on royal progress is one that monarchs used to strengthen their rule. But they can reveal a lot more than you'd think about kingship and queenship, even for tried and tested subjects such as Hen
Day in the Life of...A Yeoman Warder
The Yeoman Warders have guarded the Tower of London for 500 years, and is perhaps the oldest of jobs that still exists in our palaces today. In this final episode of a Day in the Life, we meet the Chief Yeoman Warder himself, Rob Fuller, an
Day in the life of...A Bricklayer
Hampton Court Palace was built and maintained by craftspeople, and this is a practice that endures to this day at the palaces. We follow Master Bricklayer Emma Simpson into her workshop where she describes the joy of her work and how it con
Day in the Life of...A Gardener
In this episode we meet Senior Gardener Jane, who works at Hampton Court Palace. Jane takes us behind the scenes into the Nursery as we contemplate the hard work that goes into creating beautiful gardens. To help contextualise the work of a
Day in the Life of...A Wardrobe Manager
For the next few episodes, we're going to be following some of the people who work in our palaces today. We'll be exploring how these jobs have a historic context to them, and how surprisingly, there are similarities in the work they do now
New Research at the Palaces – Antarctic Exploration and Grace and Favour
Hampton Court Palace has an unexpected connection to the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration, the wedding of famous explorer Captain Scott and sculptor Kathleen Bruce took place in the Chapel Royal. We follow Assistant Curator Minette Butle
The Six Tudor Queens – Katherine Parr with Sarah Gristwood
Katherine Parr is the final Tudor Queen in our series. Was she the nursemaid who looked after and survived her husband, or was she much more than that? In this final episode of our Six Queens Series, Tracy Borman and historian Sarah Gristwo
The Six Tudor Queens – Catherine Howard with Gareth Russell
Catherine Howard has been judged by generations as promiscuous, a silly girl, a victim. But of course, there is more to her story than these assumptions allow for. In the fifth episode of our Six Tudor Queens series, Tracy Borman is joined
A History of Royal Christmas Celebrations
Dive into the history of Royal Christmas celebrations in our palaces with this bonus seasonal episode. Chief mischief-maker Curator Charles Farris is joined by fellow Curator Lee Prosser, and Historic Kitchens Manager Richard Fitch, to kick
