Author Archives: Tamise

Another book with a Jane link to look forward to…

Posted on 14th January 2020 by Tamise

28th February – A Hidden History of the Tower of London: England’s Most Notorious Prisoners by John Paul Davis ‘Famed as the ultimate penalty for traitors, heretics and royalty alike, being sent to the Tower is known to have been … Continue reading →

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Service from St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London

Posted on 13th January 2020 by Tamise

On Sunday 12th January, the BBC Radio 4 Sunday Worship programme came from the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London. The Chapel is celebrating the 500th anniversary of its foundation this year. The service mentioned … Continue reading →

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Another book to look forward to in 2020…

Posted on 8th January 2020 by Tamise

30 January – The Man Behind the Tudors: Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk by Kirsten Claiden-Yardley ‘Thomas Howard, 2nd duke of Norfolk, lived a remarkable life spanning eighty years and the reigns of six kings. Amongst his descendants are … Continue reading →

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A new book to look forward to in 2020…

Posted on 3rd January 2020 by Tamise

30th January – Edward II’s Nieces: The Clare Sisters: Powerful Pawns of the Crown by Kathryn Warner ‘The de Clare sisters Eleanor, Margaret and Elizabeth were born in the 1290s as the eldest granddaughters of King Edward I of England … Continue reading →