1st May 1536 – May Day Joust
On this day in 1536, Greenwich Palace hosted the traditional May Day joust - a key event in the Tudor court’s spring calendar. Queen Anne Boleyn watched from the royal…
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May 1, 2025
2nd March 1522 – The Annual Shrovetide Joust
On this day in 1522, the annual Shrovetide joust took place. Jousting was one of Henry VIII’s greatest passions, and tournaments like this were not just sporting events but carefully…
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March 2, 2025
16th February 1547 – Henry VIII is Buried
On this day in 1547, Henry VIII was buried. Following his death on 28th January 1547, Henry VIII was laid to rest in St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, in the…
February 16, 2025
7th February 1526 – Henry VIII’s Bold Display of Love for Anne Boleyn
On this day in 1526, Henry VIII displayed his affection for Anne Boleyn in public for the very first time - right in the middle of a jousting tournament. According…
February 7, 2025
28th January 1547 – The Death of Henry VIII
OTD in 1547, Henry VIII died. On the 28th of January 1547, Henry VIII slipped into unconsciousness and took his final breath, reportedly after squeezing the hand of Archbishop Cranmer.…
January 28, 2025
25th January 1533 – Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn Secretly Marry
On this day in 1533, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn married in a secret ceremony at Whitehall Palace. At the time, Henry had not yet legally separated from his first…
January 25, 2025
24th January 1536 – Henry VIII Suffers a Major Fall
On this day in 1536, Henry VIII suffered a significant fall during a jousting tournament held at Greenwich Palace. Henry VIII was a lifelong sports enthusiast, dedicating much of his…
January 24, 2025
The Royal Gift Exchange
Happy New Year, everyone! I hope 2025 brings you happiness and success. I’m thrilled to kick off the year with a new blog post - enjoy! The lavish gifts exchanged…
January 1, 2025