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British History Series

233 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

A dip into some of the most interesting events across British History, presented by Philippa Lacey Brewell.

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Tea Time History Live |What it's like Travelling to London at the moment and what shocked me at Westminster Abbey!

April 14, 2022 12:06 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

In today’s live: - What it’s like to travel to London at the moment - Earl Bothwell dies in a Danish Castle dungeon - Warwick the Kingmaker dies at the Battle of Barnet You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sh...

Tea Time History Live |What it’s like Travelling to London at the moment and what shocked me at Westminster Abbey!

April 14, 2022 12:06 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

In today’s live: - What it’s like to travel to London at the moment - Earl Bothwell dies in a Danish Castle dungeon - Warwick the Kingmaker dies at the Battle of Barnet You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sh...

Why did Henry VIII have two wives executed? The downfalls of Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard

April 13, 2022 17:35 - 59 minutes - 55.7 MB

Why did Henry VIII have two wives executed? We can learn a lot about the circumstances which led to the executions of Anne Boleyn and, 6 years later, her cousin Catherine Howard, by comparing and contrasting the two. Gareth Russell explores the events surrounding the downfall of each of the ill-fated Queens of Henry VIII in this new perspective on a familiar story and reveals a surprising fact...that Henry wrote a play about Anne Boleyn's "sexual misdemeanors" before her trial! #AnneBole...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 7th April 2022

April 07, 2022 14:54 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

Titanic •Sutton Hoo • Barbie's Bathroom at Hever Castle • How to win a year's subscription to Tudor Places Magazine! You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by sign...

RMS Titanic - What Happened Next | with Gareth Russell

April 03, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

Gareth Russell, award-winning author and historian, talks to me about the aftermath of the Titanic sinking. Gareth's book, 'The Ships of Dreams. The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era'. Watch this episode on YouTube Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club

The Titanic: What Happened Next | Interview with Gareth Russell | 4-min Trailer

April 02, 2022 09:05 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MB

Watch the full interview on Youtube Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - with the added bonus of having 7 days to book new tours and events before they are releas...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 31 March 2022

March 31, 2022 22:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

Thursday Tea Time History Chat | 31 March 2022 • The Titanic - interview with Gareth Russell • Offa’s Dyke and the Devil’s Pulpit • Chepstow Castle • Leanna de Lisle on Henrietta Maria • WIN a YEAR’s SUBSCRIPTION to TUDOR PLACES magazine if you are a Patron on 14th April. • Sign up to my newsletter for 15% Early Bird offer for the TUDOR PLACES magazine. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy ear...

The Queens of Henry VIII: Badges and Mottos

March 25, 2022 23:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MB

Each of the Queens of Henry VIII chose a badge and motto unique to them. In this episode, we go through the badges and mottos chosen by each Queen with a brief look at how each woman came to be one of the ill-fated six wives of a tyrant king. . In turn, we visit the stories of Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr. #HenryVIII #History #BritishMonarchy. Further Videos Arthur Tudor marries Katherine of Aragon - https://youtu.be...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 24th March 2022

March 24, 2022 15:12 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

You can watch this episode on YouTube Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - with the added bonus of having 7 days to book new tours and events before they are rele...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 10th March 2022

March 10, 2022 15:57 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

This week: The Murder of Rizzio Henry VIII nearly dies in a jousting accident Queen Anne comes to the throne but her brother is still alive and more live history chat. Join me live each Thursday live on YouTube and Instagram. We never know where the chat could take us. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events ...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 3rd March 2022

March 04, 2022 11:48 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

This Week • History in the News: Portrait of Katherine Aragon identified, Roman Mosaic found in London • Announcing the winner of a signed copy of Tracy Borman’s book ‘The Private Lives of the Tudors’ • William Penn is granted 28 million acres in America by Charles II • Anne becomes Queen, so who is James III of England? You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive bl...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 24 Feb 2022

February 24, 2022 17:27 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

• Galileo ordered to stop having “wrong ideas” • Elizabeth I can be murdered for the “greater good” • Why Henry VIII being buried with Jane Seymour does NOT mean he loved her the most • Learning languages and how much modern English is a mix of so many! …and lots more history plus how to win history books! You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtua...

The real reason Henry VIII's marriage to Anne of Cleves failed, with Heather Darsie | Short Extract

February 18, 2022 09:43 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MB

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Darsie, author of a breakthrough biography of Henry VIII’s 4th wife, ‘Anna, Duchess of Cleves: The King’s ‘Beloved Sister’’. Heather has been able to look at Anna’s story, and that of her failed marriage to Henry VIII in a different, and all the more revealing context, explaining in a much more convincing way the reasons behind the failed marriage. You’ll get a taste of that chat in this short extract and if you enjoy it and want to see mo...

The real reason Henry VIII’s marriage to Anne of Cleves failed, with Heather Darsie | Short Extract

February 18, 2022 09:43 - 14 minutes - 15.5 MB

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Darsie, author of a breakthrough biography of Henry VIII’s 4th wife, ‘Anna, Duchess of Cleves: The King’s ‘Beloved Sister’’. Heather has been able to look at Anna’s story, and that of her failed marriage to Henry VIII in a different, and all the more revealing context, explaining in a much more convincing way the reasons behind the failed marriage. You’ll get a taste of that chat in this short extract and if you enjoy it and want to see mo...

The real reason Henry VIII's marriage to Anne of Cleves failed, with Heather Darsie

February 18, 2022 09:28 - 1 hour - 68.6 MB

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Darsie, author of a breakthrough biography of Henry VIII’s 4th wife, ‘Anna, Duchess of Cleves: The King’s ‘Beloved Sister’’.  Heather has been able to look at Anna’s story, and that of her failed marriage to Henry VIII in a different, and all the more revealing context, explaining in a much more convincing way the reasons behind the failed marriage.  Watch the interview on YouTube by clicking here. Purchase Heather’s Book  #History #He...

The real reason Henry VIII’s marriage to Anne of Cleves failed, with Heather Darsie

February 18, 2022 09:28 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Darsie, author of a breakthrough biography of Henry VIII’s 4th wife, ‘Anna, Duchess of Cleves: The King’s ‘Beloved Sister’’. Heather has been able to look at Anna’s story, and that of her failed marriage to Henry VIII in a different, and all the more revealing context, explaining in a much more convincing way the reasons behind the failed marriage. Watch the interview on YouTube by clicking here. Purchase Heather’s Book #History #He...

Thursday Tea Time Live History Chat | 10th Feb 2022

February 10, 2022 16:28 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - with the added bonus of having 7 days to book new tours and events before they ar...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live - 1st Birthday!! | 3rd Feb 22

February 03, 2022 16:07 - 1 hour - 94.5 MB

1st Birthday Episode of Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 3rd Feb 22 • Me and how I got here • Mary, Queen of Scots • Where Charles I was beheaded (Mary’s grandson) • History Afternoon Dark fun • What’s coming up and more…! You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You ca...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 27th January 2022

January 27, 2022 16:24 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

Live history chat this week when we covered what happened in history this week, places to visit and books to read. In today’s episode: • what Eleanor sent to Maud • Henry VIII marries Anne Boleyn but is it their second wedding? • put your questions to Gareth Russell • Favourite eras • Societal changes during the reign of Queen Victoria • Katherine of Aragon’s incredible life Join me live each Thursday live on YouTube - we never know where the chat could take us. Watch this episode on Yo...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 20 Jan 22

January 20, 2022 14:38 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MB

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 20 Jan 22 The trial of Charles I, Tutbury Castle, historical fiction and outlawing alchemy! You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history news...

Female Rule and Power on Britain with historian Tracy Borman

January 14, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Historian Tracy Borman talks to Philippa (British History channel) about female rule and power throughout English, and subsequently British, history. Could a woman wield power? Why was female rule such an abominable idea? How did attitudes change and why? We cover all this and more in this 40-minute interview. Watch the interview on YouTube **COMPETITION** If you would like to win a signed copy of Tracy’s book, ‘The Private Lives of the Tudors’ you need like the video, subscribe to the...

Thursday Tea Time Live | 13th Jan '22

January 13, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

It's a chat about history - join live to ask questions and leave comments on the history topics of the week! . Watch on Youtube Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2...

Thursday Tea Time Live | 13th Jan ’22

January 13, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

It's a chat about history - join live to ask questions and leave comments on the history topics of the week! . Watch on Youtube Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 6th January 2022

January 06, 2022 20:32 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

It's back! The live, weekly, history chat! Get a cuppa and perhaps a biscuit and join me as we talk places, people and news in the history world! This week: #RichardIII in the news, my visits to #WinchesterCathedral and Windsor Castle and my latest blog for Patrons about Henry VIII’s Divorce Petition. Welcome to this #history channel with weekly live shows plus monthly historian interviews/history documentaries. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHisto...

The Christmas Day Truce 1914 | A Brief Cessation of Fighting on the Western Front

December 25, 2021 21:10 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MB

It was brief, but it was significant. For a brief moment, humanity shone through and enemies could see each other as humans, like them.  Measures were taken to prevent it from happening again, but for this short time, hope and humanity won out!   #ChristmasDayTruce #WorldWarI #WesternFront You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the...

Who was the first monarch to address the nation on Christmas Day?

December 24, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MB

The Queen's Christmas message has become a staple in the Christmas Day schedule. It began via a "wireless" address to the Empire by a nervous George V, in 1932. 25 years later, his granddaughter, Elizabeth II did the first televised Christmas Day message!   #ChristmasDayMessage #ElizabethII #GeorgeV You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, ...

William the Conqueror crowned at Westminster Abbey | Christmas Day 1066

December 23, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MB

The Coronation Ceremony turned out to be a farcical affair when it descended into chaos!  #WilliamTheConqueror #WilliamICrowned #Coronation1066 You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my week...

Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' is First Published | 19th Dec 1843

December 19, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' is first published on 19th Dec 1843, and never goes out of print! It is a tale of human morality against the backdrop of Christmas.  Does it reflect Christmas traditions already established or informs them? Either way, Dickens' image of Christmas endures.   #Dickens #AChristmasCarol #CharlesDickens Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes,...

Portraying women in History | Lesley Smith Interview | 2021

December 18, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MB

Lesley Smith has been the Curator of Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire since 2000. Lesley is well known for her highly entertaining and informative costumed portrayals of a variety of historical characters. I’ve had the privilege of seeing Lesley’s portrayals of Mary, Queen of Scots at Tutbury Castle as part of my 2019 Executed Queens tour and in January 2020 I was at Peterborough Cathedral for her first performance of Katherine of Aragon. I think what Lesley does is completely unique. Her por...

The FINAL Live History Chat of 2021! - It's Thursday Tea Time Chat Live 😀

December 17, 2021 09:56 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

In this episode, I talked about the importance of wider context in understandng historical events with specific reference to the failed marriage of Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves, I explain what James V of Scotland was referring to when he exclaimed “It came wi’ a lass, and it shall pass wi' a lass" on hearing, on his deathbed, about the birth of his baby girl, Mary. Plus lots more! Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHis...

THE FINAL Live History Chat of 2021! - It's Thursday Tea Time Chat Live 😀

December 16, 2021 15:40 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - with the added bonus of having 7 days to b...

Catherine of Aragon is born | 16th Dec 1485

December 16, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MB

Catherine of Aragon was born on 16th December 1485 to Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile. She would go on to become the wife of both Tudor Princes. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Rec...

The Bill of Rights 1688 Passes in Parliament on 16th Dec 1689

December 15, 2021 20:57 - 4 minutes - 4 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Please join the British History Club https://www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts.   You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing.   Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - you will also receive tour news straight to your inbox before its released t...

Edward VIII | The Abdication Crisis | What happens when a King doesn't want to be a King?

December 10, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MB

On 10th December 1936, King Edward VIII abdicated, the first and only king in British history to do so willingly. In our line of monarchs, Edward VIII is the only one to have turned his back on the Crown and the position of Head of the Church in England. Could he actually have also been turning his back on the country?  #EdwardVIII #AbdicationCrisis #WallaceSimpson You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst al...

Penultimate Thursday Tea Time History Live Chat of 2021! | 9th Dec 21

December 09, 2021 15:15 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Buy me a coffee - BuyMeACoffee.com/Philippa Join the British History Club on Patreon and enjoy early access to content, plus exclusive blogs, virtual tours, behind the scenes, live events and other perks such as free gifts. You can support for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing. Receive my weekly history newsletter by signing up at http://eepurl.com/dvGx2H - with the added bonus of having 7 days to book new tours and events bef...

Mary, Queen of Scots is born | 8th Dec 1542

December 08, 2021 00:00 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MB

"It came wi' a lass, and it shall pass wi' a lass", James V of Scotland's famous words as he was told on his death bed of the birth of his baby daughter.  Find out what he meant with this exclamation and how the Stuart's came to the throne via "a lass".  #MaryQueenofScots #History #Scotland You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my ...

Why doesn't Sir Christopher Wren have a grander tomb?

December 02, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MB

On the 2nd December 1697, St Paul's Cathedral was consecrated. This is the 5th St Paul's on this site and was the design of the famous architect, Sir Christopher Wren, who lived to see it finished.   He is buried in the crypt in a simple tomb. Find out why his tomb was not grander.   You can also watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/QJ0CQTkcbA4 Related Videos: The Great Fire of London, 1666 - https://youtu.be/f6_EJ50iHj4  This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd li...

Tea Time History Chat Live - on a WEDNESDAY?! What is going on? Find out 😀

December 01, 2021 16:34 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

In my live history chat this week I talk about the Scottish troops captured and sold into indentured slavery after the Battle of Worcester, Nancy Astor becoming the first female MP and her clashes with Churchill, Bad King John and two of my favourite artefacts pertaining to Mary, Queen of Scots from the Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots exhibition at the British Library. Watch this episode on YouTube This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also acc...

Nancy Astor, First Female MP to sit in Parliament and her clashes with Winston Churchill

December 01, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/siQUBVgwhLE  This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected). Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharing this podcast. Sign up to receive my free weekly newsletter with the added bonus of having...

The Heartbroken King | Eleanor of Castile dies 28th Nov 1290 and her husband Edward I deeply mourns

November 28, 2021 00:00 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MB

Edward I of England commemorated his wife, Eleanor of Castile in extraordinary ways, not least the 12 crosses erected at each overnight stop her body made on its way from Lincoln to Westminster, where she was buried.  Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/V5G3RWCMics Watch the Story of the Traffic Island at the top of Whitehall - https://www.youtube.com/sg2p9NyBg4Q  #History #EdwardI #EleanorofCastile This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whil...

Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough with Curator and Historian Antonia Keaney

November 19, 2021 03:00 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MB

Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough with Curator and Historian Antonia Keaney | Recorded at Blenheim Palace You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected). Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharing this podcast...

Thursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 18th Nov 21

November 18, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Elizabeth I becomes Queen on the death of Mary I, Arthur Tudor marries Katherine of Aragon, I visit the Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots exhibition at the British Library and much more! You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend o...

Mary I Dies and Elizabeth I is Queen! 17th November 1558

November 17, 2021 09:04 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MB

For the first time in the history of the English Crown, female rule transitioned to female rule and completely peacefully. Despite their religious differences, in the end, blood was thicker than water for Mary and she left the throne to her half-sister, Elizabeth. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com...

Arthur Tudor marries Katherine of Aragon | 14th November 1501

November 14, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 7.57 MB

In the first public Royal Wedding in living memory, the heir to the English throne, Arthur Tudor, Prince of Wales married the Spanish Princess Katherine or Aragon in a ceremony at St Paul's Cathedral.  You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Related Episodes: 'Arthur Tudor Dies'  This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and ...

Did Henry VIII marry Anne Boleyn at Dover Castle?

November 14, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Watch the episode about Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn's wedding at Whitehall Palace This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected). Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharing this podcast. Sign up to receive my fr...

Live History Chat | Thursday Tea Time | 11 Nov 21

November 11, 2021 14:44 - 58 minutes - 54.5 MB

Anne Boleyn's Falcon Badge discovered!  Why is Westminster so important?  Why is the British Government and the Prime Minister based in 'Whitehall'?  plus loads more.... #Remembrance #History #Whitehall #Westminster  You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as...

The Berlin Wall Fell On 9th Nov 1989 But Why Was It Built in the First Place?

November 09, 2021 17:25 - 4 minutes - 4.58 MB

The Berlin Wall fell on 9th November 1989 but why was it built in the first place? This episode will give you a quick understanding.   #BerlinWall #History #EuropeanHistory You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected)...

The Tragic Death of Princess Charlotte, England's Rose

November 05, 2021 23:39 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MB

The death of Princess Charlotte, daughter of the future George IV, in 1817 due to complications following the birth of a stillborn son, was a personal tragedy for the family but it didn't end there. The knock-on impact of Charlotte's death was far-reaching, the family's grief was echoed across the country but beyond that, there was now a succession crisis worse than any in English history.  There was not one surviving, legitimate, grandchild of George III. The loss of Charlotte and her baby w...

Gunpowder, Treason & Plot!

November 05, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MB

What was the Gunpowder plot trying to achieve? What was the motivation and how was it foiled? - Find out in this episode. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected). Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharin...

History Chat Live - Thursday Tea Time |4th Nov 21

November 04, 2021 15:21 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Henry VII as builder, the Glorious Revolution, Gunpowder Plot and the death of Princess Charlotte - all in this week's episode. This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected). Sign up to receive my free weekly newsletter with the added bonus of having 7 days to bo...