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The ceremony took place on the same day as the execution of Henry's once trusted adviser, Thomas Cromwell, at the Tower of London. Catherine was Henry's fifth wife, and the pair were married just three weeks after his second divorce. However, rumours of Catherine's alleged love affairs quickly reached Henry. Catherine was arrested at Hampton Court Palace and executed at the Tower of London in 1542.
We're excited to announce that Tudors on Tour will be heading to Camp Bestival this July!
Meet Henry VIII, his wife Catherine Howard and the rest of the travelling court as you experience all the excitement of Tudor life. Try your hand at traditional Tudor crafts, dress up in Tudor costume and even have a go at firing a crossbow!
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Today in 1540: Henry VIII marries Catherine Howard.
The ceremony took place on the same day as the execution of Henry's once trusted adviser, Thomas Cromwell, at the Tower of London.
Catherine was Henry's fifth wife, and the pair were married just three weeks after his second divorce. However, rumours of Catherine's alleged love affairs quickly reached Henry. Catherine was arrested at Hampton Court Palace and executed at the Tower of London in 1542.
The Eurovision Song Contest is tonight!
Prepare yourself for this annual musical extravaganza, with Henry VIII’s Greatest Hits.
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Today in 1542: Catherine Howard is beheaded at the Tower of London.
Henry VIII’s fifth wife didn’t go to the executioner’s block alone; her lady-in-waiting, Jane Boleyn, followed Catherine into death, both with a single stroke of the axe each.
