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Portrait of Queen Mary from the Coram Rege Rolls. 1553 (KB 27/1168/2)
Portrait of Queen Mary from the Coram Rege Rolls. 1553 (KB 27/1168/2)

Using original Tudor documents held at The National Archives, students will carry out research into the reign of Mary I and consider whether her reign signified a 'crisis in monarchy'.

Once students have presented their findings in a debate, they will travel over to Hampton Court Palace for the afternoon's session.

Here they will have the opportunity to explore the Palace and have their arguments put to the ultimate test as they take on the role of Mary's councillors and get to put their questions and concerns to Queen Mary in person.

Session options

This session can be delivered as a

  • Workshop

All activities must be booked in advance.

Tel: +44 (0)20 8392 5365

Fax: +44 (0)20 8487 9202

Email: education@nationalarchives.gov.uk

Available: 24 November 2011
1, 9 December 2011
12, 17 January 2012
1, 7, 23 February 2012
2 March 2012

Suitability: AS / A2

Cost: There is a charge of £10 per student (minimum £190) for the afternoon session at Hampton Court Palace

Duration: 2 hours for workshop + approx 45 minute tour and 45 minute actor-led session at the Palace

Book this session through the Hampton Court website