Author Archives: Tamise

Arrival at the Tower as Queen in Fiction

Posted on 10th July 2019 by Tamise

On 10th July 1553, Queen Jane arrived at the Tower of London. Her arrival as Queen has featured in several historical novels. In Innocent Traitor by Alison Weir, the journey to the Tower is seen from Jane’s point of view. … Continue reading →

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Lady Jane Rose

Posted on 6th July 2019 by Tamise

My Lady Jane rose has bloomed just in time for the anniversary of the ‘unofficial’ start to Jane’s reign.

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Queen of Bradgate Events at Bradgate Park

Posted on 3rd July 2019 by Tamise

Bradgate Park will be holding events this month to celebrate the reign of Queen Jane. These include a Queen Jane Rose Petal Service, Ruins Dusk Tour and The History of Bradgate Park walk. Further details of ‘Queen of Bradgate Park’ … Continue reading →

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Chichester – Mary I coin and Tudor Market Cross

Posted on 2nd July 2019 by Tamise

Last weekend I visited Chichester. The Market Cross dates from 1501. The Novium Museum has several Tudor coins, including a rare one of Mary I from before her marriage.

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And the winners are…

Posted on 28th June 2019 by Tamise

E.C. Fremantle has picked the winners at random. Thank you to everyone who entered the competition. Congratulations to the following, who have won a copy of ‘The Poison Bed.’ Vikki Rachel Anne Kelly Jo

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