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In this episode, students learn to spot key Stuart building features such as stone and brick plus sash windows. They’ll also discover more about the Master Builder Christopher Wren and what happened after the Great Fire of London.
A illustrated timeline showing important events from 2600 BCE to today. The timeline highlights key moments across Europe, England and The World.
A simple Knowledge Booster for teachers, offering quick, accessible insights on the Tudor period.
Watch a video of Poet Laureate Simon Armitage's poem 'In Retrospect' to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Discover the life of John Blanke using historical sources as evidence.
Discover the life of Queen Elizabeth I using historical sources as evidence.
Sir Walter Raleigh was imprisoned at the Tower of London for 13 years. Under constant threat of execution, Raleigh struggled with poor mental health. Learn about Sir Walter Raleigh through the story of his imprisonment in the Tower of London and his medicinal garden.
Explore the different functions of the Tower of London in detail with this activity sheet.
Download short editable biographies of Elizabeth I's Tower of London Significant People for Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Use key facts, activities and historic sources to explore various people connected to Queen Elizabeth.