During his lifetime, Henry VIII journeyed throughout his kingdom in what are known as royal 'progresses'.
By exploring archival sources, archaeology, music and material culture, this AHRC-funded project will reassess Henry's progresses to reflect on what monarchy and its visibility means in the 21st century.
In 1510, Henry VIII arrived at Christchurch Priory on the first substantial royal progress of his reign. Now, over 500 years later, Christchurch Priory will be hosting an enactment of the pre-Reformation liturgy and music of the Lady Mass and service of Compline as might have been heard during Henry's reign. Read our Henry VIII comes to Christchurch Priory to find out more!
What did Henry VIII do at Christmas? Like today, it often involved music, guests and lots of food! Find out more about royal Tudor Christmases in our Henry VIII's Christmas blog piece by Anthony Musson.
One of our study sites, King’s Manor in York, provided the stage for a community performance by York Theatre Royal of C.J. Sansom's Sovereign - a key location in the novel. Find out more about Sovereign and King's Manor in our Project Blog.
