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For the first time in nearly 500 years the Boleyn Apartment has been dressed for Christmas as it would've been when the Boleyn family lived here. They would've dressed the Tudor Yule log, arranged foliage around the mantle, fasted in preparation then showcased a feast!
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Seeing as though it's #MusMeme day we had to share this classic meme from the Castle with you! #HeverCastle #DistractedBoyfriend #Memes
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#OnThisDay in 1486 Henry VII married Elizabeth of York. The parents of Henry VIII, their marriage lasted 17 years until Elizabeth died in 1503. In 2015 we were extremely lucky to exhibit their marriage bed - the only existing royal medieval bed in England.
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We are unfortunately experiencing a high volume of abusive behaviour towards our staff. We understand that we're living in different times with new procedures & queuing systems to take into account. But this does not excuse verbal & physical abuse to our staff/fellow visitors.1/2.
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Happy Birthday to Dame Judi Dench, a self-confessed Hever lover! 🎁
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#OnThisDay in 1558 Elizabeth I became Queen. The only child of Anne Boleyn & Henry VIII to survive, she reigned for almost 45 years. Her reign is known as The Golden Age, a time that saw the birth of Shakespeare and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
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✨ Thomas Cromwell's prayer book now on display at Hever Castle ✨. Historians at Hever Castle now believe that Anne Boleyn, Catherine of Aragon AND Thomas Cromwell all owned a copy of the same prayer book. © @frickcollection; Photo Michael Bodycomb
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#OnThisDay in 1536, Anne Boleyn was executed in the @TowerOfLondon after being the Queen of England for only 1000 days. Today we pay tribute to this enigmatic woman whose story forms an important part of the rich tapestry of Hever Castle’s history. #HeverCastle #AnneBoleyn
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On this day in 1536, Anne Boleyn was led to the scaffold. She proclaimed her innocence during her last confession & spoke bravely whilst on the scaffold. She asked that those who would meddle in her cause going forward would judge her the best. ❤️
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#OnThisDay in 1558, Elizabeth I became Queen. The only child of Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII to survive, she reigned for almost 45 years. She has been remembered as one of Britain's greatest monarchs and her successful reign allowed the legacy of her late mother to live on.
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On this day in 1536, Anne Boleyn was executed in the @TowerOfLondon. Today we pay tribute to this enigmatic woman whose story forms an important part of the rich tapestry of Hever Castle’s history. #AnneBoleyn #Boleyn
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#OnThisDay in 1533 Queen Elizabeth I was born. Elizabeth was the only surviving child of Anne Boleyn & Henry VIII & she reigned for almost 45 years. Her reign has been known as The Golden Age, a time that saw the birth of Shakespeare & the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
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Anne Boleyn's coronation was perhaps even more lavish than that of King Henry VIII. On 29 May, Anne was taken by barge to The Tower of London. She was surrounded by a flotilla of 60 other barges & over a 1000 rounds of canon fire were shot when she landed at the Tower wharf. 1/4
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The enchanting staircase which leads to Anne Boleyn's childhood bedroom ✨. #HeverCastle #AnneBoleyn
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Tomorrow we will be commemorating the anniversary of Anne Boleyn's execution in 1536. It will be 487 years since Anne died at the @TowerOfLondon. To mark the occasion, Anne Boleyn's Book of Hours will be open on the page that shows her inscription.
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“The most exciting Cromwell discovery in a generation – if not more.” - Dr @TracyBorman . This book is thought to be the only object from any Tudor portrait to survive to this day & the first time the book has been lent from Trinity College since it was received in 1660. 1/2
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These 2 adorable teddy bears will eventually be available to buy in the shop. But before we approve the final design we want to know what you think. Would you be interested in purchasing them? Do you think the design needs to be tweaked? Do they look cuddly enough? Let us know!
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This morning, we took Anne Boleyn's Books of Hours back to the Best Bedchamber, the room where she most likely read them. Who knows, maybe this is even where she wrote her famous inscriptions. They are now safely back in their cases after their little excursion! ✨
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We haven’t had snow, but Jack Frost paid us a visit last night! ❄️. #HeverCastle #Kent #FrostyMorning
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Gloves or no gloves?. Hever Castle is home to many precious objects including Tudor portraits and Books of Hours. Castle staff are often pictured in the media or on social media holding Anne Boleyn's Book of Hours without gloves on. But why?. 1/3
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The portcullis has been raised and the gates are open. Hever Castle is now officially open for 2024! ✨
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Today marks the coronation of Elizabeth I in 1559. Her reign is known as The Golden Age, a time that saw the birth of Shakespeare, the defeat of the Spanish Armada, and the emergence of England as a world power. #OTD #OnThisDay #ElizabethI
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It was previously believed that Thomas Boleyn added the Long Gallery, but new research of Hever Castle's history has revealed that it was actually Anne of Cleves’ vision. Anne also added the Staircase Gallery, connecting the two wings of the house, and the Entrance Hall.
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Our favourite book of all, Anne Boleyn's inscribed Book of Hours. ❤️. #WorldBookDay #HeverCastle
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The enchanting staircase which leads to Anne Boleyn's childhood bedroom ✨ #HeverCastle #AnneBoleyn
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Our favourite book of all, Anne Boleyn's inscribed Book of Hours ❤️. #WorldBookDay #HeverCastle #AnneBoleyn
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On the 19 May 1536 Anne Boleyn was executed after being the Queen of England for only 1000 days. Next Fri 19 May we will turn Anne Boleyn’s Book of Hours to the page that bears her signed inscription: Remember me when you do pray that hope doth lead from day to day. Anne Boleyn.
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#OnThisDay in 1588 Elizabeth I made a speech encouraging her forces to defeat the Spanish Armada. "I know I've the body of a weak & feeble woman; but I've the heart & stomach of a king. we'll shortly have a victory over those enemies of my God, of my kingdom & of my people."
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#OnThisDay in 1533 Queen Elizabeth I was born. The only child of Anne Boleyn & Henry VIII, she reigned for almost 45 years. She has been remembered as one of Britain's greatest monarchs & her successful reign allowed the legacy of her late mother to live on.
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It is a magical feeling walking under the portcullis when you know who else has taken the same steps ❤️ #HeverCastle
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#OnThisDay in 1603 Elizabeth I died. The only child of Anne Boleyn & Henry VIII to survive to adulthood, she reigned for almost 45 years. She has been remembered as one of Britain's greatest monarchs & her successful reign allowed the legacy of her mother to live on.
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The enchanting staircase which leads to Anne Boleyn's childhood bedroom ✨
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Step into the Castle this Christmas and you’ll be greeted with twinkling Christmas trees and beautifully decorated rooms ✨ #HeverCastle
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Hever Castle was treated to a spectacular show last night! So magical ✨. #NorthernLightsuk #Auroraborealis #Kent
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To mark the anniversary of Anne Boleyn's execution, we've carefully turned the pages of her personal Books of Hours to reveal her handwritten inscriptions. This rare glimpse is only available today & this weekend so don't miss out. ❤️ . #HeverCastle #AnneBoleyn
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It was previously believed that Thomas Boleyn added the Long Gallery, but research has revealed that it was actually Anne of Cleves’ vision. Anne added the Staircase Gallery on the floor below, connecting the two wings of the house & the Entrance Hall.
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Walk in Anne Boleyn's and Anne of Cleves' footsteps through the Castle Courtyard! ❤️ #HeverCastle
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Anne Boleyn's Manuscript Book of Hours (c. 1425-50) is now open on pages with beautiful illumination. The immaculate script and decoration are all hand-painted. The intricate borders feature flowers, animals and other creatures.
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Anne Boleyn's Orchard is awash with glowing daffodils ☀ #HeverCastle #MidweekMotivation #Daffodils #Spring
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Poppies have appeared by the lake, just in time for VE Day tomorrow ❤️ #HeverCastle #VEDay75 #VEDay #VEDayAtHome #VEDay2020 #Poppy #Poppies
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It was previously believed that Thomas Boleyn added the Long Gallery, but research has revealed that it was actually Anne of Cleves’ vision. Anne also added the Staircase Gallery, connecting the two wings of the house and the Entrance Hall. #HeverCastle
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Hever Castle is looking radiant on this crisp autumn day 🍂
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