Bloody Mary or Tudor Trailblazer?
English Heritage unveiled a new exhibition telling the story of the rise to power of Mary, England’s first ruling Queen in 2008.
The exhibition is part of a series of new developments at Framlingham Castle, one of England’s most historically important, yet lesser-known castles. The 800-year old castle, situated in the market town of Framlingham, Suffolk, was the site at which Henry VIII’s daughter, Mary Tudor, rallied her supporters and was named the first ever ruling Queen of England in 1553.
The new developments include an exhibition that tells the fascinating tale of the Castle’s long and colourful history. Visitors will discover another side to the infamous ‘Bloody Mary’ than is painted by the history books.
The exhibition, part of a number of new developments intended to enhance the visitor experience, chronicles the castle’s heritage, from its origins as a baronial stronghold, to its role in the Mary Tudor story, to the building of the 17th-century poor house.
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