Young Henry VIII

When Henry VIII was a young man he was handsome, educated and eligible. He wrote music, poetry and excelled at most sports. So what games turned him from pin-up to grumpy old man?

Explore his fascinating story online and you'll discover a very different kind of king.   

Henry VIII, Cardinal Wolsey and Katherine of Aragon

Henry VIII's story

Young Henry VIII exhibition

Fun and Games

Learning & Discovery