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Jane Seymour – The Underestimated Tudor Queen

October 22, 2026 · 57 min

Jane Seymour is often remembered as 'Plain Jane', distinguished only by her death in the famous rhyme, 'Divorced, beheaded, died...' But Jane was more than a puppet of powerful men; during her short time as Queen, she made the role her…
How to Siege the Tower of London – The Peasants' Revolt of 1381

October 8, 2026 · 33 min

The Tower of London loomed large over the medieval city, casting a formidable shadow with its rings of high walls and towers, wide moat and fearsome gateways. There have been several attempts to siege the Tower and break past its…
The Beginnings of the Tower of London – William I's Norman Castle

September 24, 2026 · 51 min

William the Conqueror may have invaded England in 1066, but he needed castles to truly conquer England. Castles became the physical embodiment of the Norman Conquest. These were described by many post-Conquest sources as unnatural…
Women of the Bayeux Tapestry – Medieval Power and Queenship

September 10, 2026 · 54 min

The Bayeux Tapestry features just three women among 600 male figures. But you can't tell its story without the powerful medieval women who shaped the Norman Conquest. In this second episode of our series, Janina Ramirez and Tracy Borman…
How Did William the Conqueror Hang On To Power After 1066?

August 27, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

William the Conqueror is one of the most famous figures in English history. But his coronation in 1066 was a disaster. Even as he was crowned as King of England, his future looked uncertain. So, how did William go from this shaky start to…

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The Royal Menagerie - Animals at The Tower of London

August 20, 2026 · 57 min

For hundreds of years, the Tower of London was home to animals from all over the world. Animals were given as diplomatic gifts, brought by hunters, or captured in the process of colonisation. What were conditions like for these animals?…
Queen Victoria's Education at Kensington Palace

August 13, 2026 · 33 min

We might think of Queen Victoria as an elderly woman in black mourning dress, but she was only 18 when she came to the throne. Victoria spent much of her childhood at Kensington Palace. Here, a rigorous programme of education aimed to…
Oliver Cromwell's Palace - Hampton Court During the Interregnum

August 6, 2026 · 44 min

A regicide might be the last person you'd think would save a king's palace – but in Oliver Cromwell, Hampton Court found an unlikely admirer. During his time as Head of State, Cromwell's family filled Hampton Court with music, art and…
Charles I - The Execution of a 'Traitor' King at the Banqueting House

July 30, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

Charles I's execution was unprecedented and shocking. He staked everything on his divine right to rule – the same concept that inspired his spectacular Rubens ceiling at the Banqueting House, Whitehall Palace. Ironically, this…
Tudor Prisoners at the Tower of London - Stories in Graffiti

July 23, 2026 · 20 min

The walls of the Tower of London are covered with carvings - graffiti left behind by the prisoners who were locked inside. The Tudor monarchs imprisoned hundreds of people, for treason, sedition, or simply their religious faith. In…
Queen Anne - A Woman of Contradictions with Gareth Russell

July 16, 2026 · 34 min

Queen Anne was the first Queen of Great Britain, but wasn't supposed to rule. She could be pious and shy, but was also scandelous and scheming. Today, she is perhaps best known from the award winning film, 'The Favourite'. Anne's…
Benjamin Franklin's Curious Visit to Hillsborough Castle (From The Archive)

July 2, 2026 · 34 min

Benjamin Franklin – Founding Father, writer, inventor – remains one of the most famous visitors to Hillsborough Castle in its history. His visit to his political foe, Wills Hill, 1st Earl of Hillsborough, in 1771 offers an unexpected link…

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About the show

Historic Royal Palaces are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. This fortnightly podcast brings you the history and stories of those palaces. You'll hear from our experts and the people who bring our palaces to life, as we create space to explore how history moves us, telling stories about the monarchs you know, and uncovering the lives and histories of the people you don't. Just like our palaces, this podcast is a mix of old and new. Each episode will have a different feel, from previously recorded live talks, to exciting new discussions and discoveries. You'll have every opportunity to share in the history we love. Explore more history and stories from our six palaces hrp.org.uk