Today we are going to explore the rich and whimsical history of heaver Castle in Kent, Engand. Hever Castle has a rich and varied history, from its origins as a country house in the thirteenth century to its transformation into a grand mansion in the twentieth century. Amongst its notable residents was the Boleyn family, who lived at Hever Castle in the Sixteenth Century and whose daughter Anne became the second wife of King Henry VIII. (She'll be playing a big part in this story.) Joining us as our expert is Dr Amy Boyington, as we delve into the castle's past and discover the stories of the ..read more

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“Beware of making deals with the devil, for he will always find a way to collect his debts.” Someone should have told that to Oliver Cromwell because this week we're back at The Commandary with Megan and Alice to hear about the seven years of prosperity he was granted in return for his soul... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

We're back at Ripley Castle, home to the Ingilby family for the last seven hundred years. Last time we heard about a whole host of Ingilby's. There was William, Jarl and Henry, Sir, William Francis and his brother David, Sir Thomas... the list goes on. And speaking of Sir Thomas, we are in the very privileged position of actually being able to talk to a live, living Ingilby! Sir Thomas Ingilby, the sixth Baronet, joining us on the podcast today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Welcome back to the Midlands where we're returning to Harvington Hall, famous for having the most priest holes in England and filling us in on those holes, is a man who spent a lot of time in them programs, Manager Pill Downing. Last time we heard about evil priest hunter and priest torturer Richard Topcliffe, but there's one very important person we yet to talk about: Nicholas Owen aka The Elusvie Illusionist See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

This week we're at Holkham Hall with the wonderful Katherine Hardwick.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

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Tom & producer Chris sit down by the fire to answer some listener questions. So sit back, relax, eat a mince pie and enjoy the ride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Holme Pierrepont Hall is home to some impressive family heritage. To talk us through his family history is Robert Brackenbury!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

We're back Tutbury Castle with dream team Dr. Gareth Williams & Lesley Smith. This time we're talking about the biggest hoard of ancient coins ever found in the UK and medieval contraception. Condoms, chastity belts and contraceptive limes?! That's right you heard us right the first time. It's a seriously fruity episode so strap on and strap in. Links Follow Bad Manors on Instagram Follow Tom on Instagram and TikTok Take a look at Tutbury Castle   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more