Wolf Hall Weekend
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A celebration of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall Trilogy.
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Wolf Hall Weekend and Performance of The Mirror and The Light by The Tower of London(June 6th & 7th 2026) An invitation to one of the most prestigious literary events of 2026. A magnificent theme, in ...
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Wolf Hall Weekend by The Tower 2026
Join fans, friends and colleagues of Hilary at All Hallows by the Tower of London and experience a day filled with expert talks, panels, good food, and an exclusive performance of her play The Mirror and the Light.
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Details: wolfhallweekend.com/about
Join fans, friends and colleagues of Hilary at All Hallows by the Tower of London and experience a day filled with expert talks, panels, good food, and an exclusive performance of her play The Mirror and the Light.
#WolfHall
Details: wolfhallweekend.com/about
Sylvia Barbara Soberton's new book, 'The Forgotten Tudor Women: Jane Boleyn & Susanna Horenbout', is the fourth in her series of historical exposés of the period’s most misrepresented or overlooked figures.
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The Forgotten Tudor Women: Jane Boleyn & Susanna Horenbout
Interview with Sylvia Barbara Soberton
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November 30, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Sylvia Barbara Soberton's new book, 'The Forgotten Tudor Women: Jane Boleyn & Susanna Horenbout', is the fourth in her series of historical exposés of the period’s most misrepresented or overlooked figures.
#History
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#History
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“Poor, desolate widow”: Thomas Cromwell and Jane Boleyn - Guest post by Sylvia Barbara Soberton
In 1536 Thomas Cromwell received a letter from Jane Boleyn. In the letter Jane begged for Cromwell’s assistance.
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In 1536 Thomas Cromwell received a letter from Jane Boleyn. In the letter Jane begged for Cromwell’s assistance.
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“Poor, desolate widow”: Thomas Cromwell and Jane Boleyn
Guest post by Sylvia Barbara Soberton
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November 30, 2025 at 4:32 PM
“Poor, desolate widow”: Thomas Cromwell and Jane Boleyn - Guest post by Sylvia Barbara Soberton
In 1536 Thomas Cromwell received a letter from Jane Boleyn. In the letter Jane begged for Cromwell’s assistance.
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In 1536 Thomas Cromwell received a letter from Jane Boleyn. In the letter Jane begged for Cromwell’s assistance.
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Enjoy all our content including exclusive articles, insights and interviews with special guests connected directly to Hilary Mantel, The TV Series and Books.
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Get 15% off a paid subscription to Wolf Hall Weekend - Black Friday Week Deal
Without losing your head!
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November 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Enjoy all our content including exclusive articles, insights and interviews with special guests connected directly to Hilary Mantel, The TV Series and Books.
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
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We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK. (Airing live on Thursday 6th Nov at 8.00 pm and then available on My5.)
#History
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#History
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Excavating Memory: Alfred Hawkins uncovers the Hidden Layers of the Tower of London
We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:21 PM
We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK. (Airing live on Thursday 6th Nov at 8.00 pm and then available on My5.)
#History
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#History
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Our interview with Philippa Lacey talking about Hilary Mantel’s portrayal of Thomas Cromwell, what inspired us to create the Wolf Hall Weekend event, and what attendees can expect from it in 2026.
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Hilary Mantel, author of the Wolf Hall Trilogy challenges us to question every story we've been told about power and justice, according to the founder of an event dedicated to exploring her work.
Interview with Wolf Hall Weekend founder, David Holland
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November 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Our interview with Philippa Lacey talking about Hilary Mantel’s portrayal of Thomas Cromwell, what inspired us to create the Wolf Hall Weekend event, and what attendees can expect from it in 2026.
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
Embroidered fabric fragment, something Thomas Cromwell may have seen during his time in Italy.
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Embroidered fabric fragment, something Thomas Cromwell may have seen during his time in Italy.
15th Century, Florence.
Frisé velvet with overshot weave; silk, silver and gold.
On display at Museo d...
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November 26, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Embroidered fabric fragment, something Thomas Cromwell may have seen during his time in Italy.
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Enjoy all our content including exclusive articles, insights and interviews with special guests connected directly to Hilary Mantel, The TV Series and Books.
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
Get 15% off a paid subscription to Wolf Hall Weekend - Black Friday Week Deal
Without losing your head!
wolfhallweekend.substack.com
November 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Enjoy all our content including exclusive articles, insights and interviews with special guests connected directly to Hilary Mantel, The TV Series and Books.
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
*For annual paid subscriptions, this offer is available until 3rd of December 2025. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/get-15-off...
Our interview with Philippa Lacey talking about Hilary Mantel’s portrayal of Thomas Cromwell, what inspired us to create the Wolf Hall Weekend event, and what attendees can expect from it in 2026.
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
Hilary Mantel, author of the Wolf Hall Trilogy challenges us to question every story we've been told about power and justice, according to the founder of an event dedicated to exploring her work.
Interview with Wolf Hall Weekend founder, David Holland
philippab.substack.com
November 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Our interview with Philippa Lacey talking about Hilary Mantel’s portrayal of Thomas Cromwell, what inspired us to create the Wolf Hall Weekend event, and what attendees can expect from it in 2026.
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
philippab.substack.com/p/hilary-man...
We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK. (Airing live on Thursday 6th Nov at 8.00 pm and then available on My5.)
#History
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/excavating...
#History
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/excavating...
Excavating Memory: Alfred Hawkins uncovers the Hidden Layers of the Tower of London
We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:21 PM
We caught up with Alfred Hawkins, Buildings Curator at the Tower of London before his appearance in an upcoming episode of Inside the Tower of London on Channel 5 TV, UK. (Airing live on Thursday 6th Nov at 8.00 pm and then available on My5.)
#History
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/excavating...
#History
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/excavating...
Halloween: the world's edge seeps and bleeds. This is the time when the tally-keepers of Purgatory, its clerks and gaolers, listen into the living, who are praying for the dead.
– Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall
– Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall
October 31, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Halloween: the world's edge seeps and bleeds. This is the time when the tally-keepers of Purgatory, its clerks and gaolers, listen into the living, who are praying for the dead.
– Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall
– Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall
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In my studio with two of four of Thomas Cromwell’s queens: new work ready for next year’s @wolfhall.bsky.social Weekenx by the Tower.
Katherine of Aragon and Anna of Cleves. Just finished Katherine 20 minutes ago.
Katherine of Aragon and Anna of Cleves. Just finished Katherine 20 minutes ago.
October 25, 2025 at 2:32 PM
In my studio with two of four of Thomas Cromwell’s queens: new work ready for next year’s @wolfhall.bsky.social Weekenx by the Tower.
Katherine of Aragon and Anna of Cleves. Just finished Katherine 20 minutes ago.
Katherine of Aragon and Anna of Cleves. Just finished Katherine 20 minutes ago.
The Lie That Crowned an English King?
Tracy Borman reveals royal deceit, dynastic drama, and new historical truths in her latest book: The Stolen Crown: Treachery, Deceit and the Death of the Tudor Dynasty.
#History #Books
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Tracy Borman reveals royal deceit, dynastic drama, and new historical truths in her latest book: The Stolen Crown: Treachery, Deceit and the Death of the Tudor Dynasty.
#History #Books
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-lie-th...
“The Lie That Crowned an English King?”
Tracy Borman reveals royal deceit, dynastic drama, and new historical truths in her latest book: The Stolen Crown: Treachery, Deceit and the Death of the Tudor Dynasty
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October 30, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The Lie That Crowned an English King?
Tracy Borman reveals royal deceit, dynastic drama, and new historical truths in her latest book: The Stolen Crown: Treachery, Deceit and the Death of the Tudor Dynasty.
#History #Books
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-lie-th...
Tracy Borman reveals royal deceit, dynastic drama, and new historical truths in her latest book: The Stolen Crown: Treachery, Deceit and the Death of the Tudor Dynasty.
#History #Books
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-lie-th...
The Book Called Henry: Thomas Cromwell’s Manual for Surviving ‘Royal’ Power
Hilary Mantel turns Cromwell’s triumph and downfall into a masterclass in how power makes — and unmakes — its servants. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-book-c...
Hilary Mantel turns Cromwell’s triumph and downfall into a masterclass in how power makes — and unmakes — its servants. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-book-c...
The Book Called Henry: Thomas Cromwell’s Manual for Surviving ‘Royal’ Power
Hilary Mantel turns Cromwell’s triumph and downfall into a masterclass in how power makes — and unmakes — its servants.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com
October 24, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The Book Called Henry: Thomas Cromwell’s Manual for Surviving ‘Royal’ Power
Hilary Mantel turns Cromwell’s triumph and downfall into a masterclass in how power makes — and unmakes — its servants. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-book-c...
Hilary Mantel turns Cromwell’s triumph and downfall into a masterclass in how power makes — and unmakes — its servants. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/the-book-c...
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Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it will come at a hefty price.
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October 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
They're demanding “No Kings”?
Henry VIII has his own slogan. 😉
Henry VIII has his own slogan. 😉
October 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM
They're demanding “No Kings”?
Henry VIII has his own slogan. 😉
Henry VIII has his own slogan. 😉
Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it will come at a hefty price.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com
October 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Race Against Time: British Museum Seeks £3.5M to Save Tudor ‘Pendant of a King’ Found by Amateur Detectorist
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
A spectacular gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Katharine of Aragon could be saved for the nation - but it come's at a hefty price. wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/race-again...
Ghosts, Dame Hilary Mantel, and All Hallows by the Tower
In a place where "the dead are invisible, not absent," we will explore the enduring presence of Dame Hilary Mantel's vision.
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In a place where "the dead are invisible, not absent," we will explore the enduring presence of Dame Hilary Mantel's vision.
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Ghosts, Dame Hilary Mantel, and All Hallows by the Tower
In a place where "the dead are invisible, not absent," we will explore the enduring presence of Dame Hilary Mantel's vision.
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October 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Ghosts, Dame Hilary Mantel, and All Hallows by the Tower
In a place where "the dead are invisible, not absent," we will explore the enduring presence of Dame Hilary Mantel's vision.
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In a place where "the dead are invisible, not absent," we will explore the enduring presence of Dame Hilary Mantel's vision.
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We’re celebrating the paperback launch of Lower than the Angels - A history of Sex and Christianity by The Reverend Professor Sir Diarmaid MacCulloch—a long-time supporter of Wolf Hall Weekend, and our keynote speaker from 2024 and the upcoming 2026 event.
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Diarmaid MacCulloch’s Lower than the Angels - A history of sex and Christianity – Now in Paperback
A new edition from one of Britain’s leading historians — and a cornerstone contributor to Wolf Hall Weekend 2026
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October 7, 2025 at 9:11 PM
We’re celebrating the paperback launch of Lower than the Angels - A history of Sex and Christianity by The Reverend Professor Sir Diarmaid MacCulloch—a long-time supporter of Wolf Hall Weekend, and our keynote speaker from 2024 and the upcoming 2026 event.
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Today, we welcome David Holland to The Tudor Notebook to discuss the 2026 Wolf Hall Weekend! @wolfhall.bsky.social
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Guest Post - Wolf Hall Weekend
With David Holland
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September 24, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Today, we welcome David Holland to The Tudor Notebook to discuss the 2026 Wolf Hall Weekend! @wolfhall.bsky.social
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The Tudor Notebook Guest Post - Wolf Hall Weekend, With David Holland amymcelroy.substack.com/p/guest-post... @wolfhall.bsky.social @amymcelroy.bsky.social #Tudors #HistoricalFiction
September 24, 2025 at 5:11 AM
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ICYMI: The Royal Society for Blind Children has issued an urgent appeal to children’s authors, writers and publishers to donate stories to its new bedtime stories app, following its launch last week 👇 #BookSky
RSBC appeals for story donations for new audiobook app for visually impaired children
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September 22, 2025 at 6:03 PM
ICYMI: The Royal Society for Blind Children has issued an urgent appeal to children’s authors, writers and publishers to donate stories to its new bedtime stories app, following its launch last week 👇 #BookSky
We’re thrilled to welcome renowned historian Dr Elizabeth Norton to Wolf Hall Weekend on Substack, as she unveils her latest work, Women Who Ruled the World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy.
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Elizabeth Norton on Her New Book 'Women Who Ruled The World'
We’re thrilled to welcome renowned historian Dr Elizabeth Norton to Wolf Hall Weekend on Substack, as she unveils her latest work, Women Who Ruled the World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy.
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September 21, 2025 at 8:15 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome renowned historian Dr Elizabeth Norton to Wolf Hall Weekend on Substack, as she unveils her latest work, Women Who Ruled the World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy.
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Honouring Hilary Mantel: A New Prize for Unpublished Writers!
The just launched ‘Hilary Mantel Prize’ offers budding authors the chance to honour a literary legend by nurturing their own voices and taking the next step toward publication.
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The just launched ‘Hilary Mantel Prize’ offers budding authors the chance to honour a literary legend by nurturing their own voices and taking the next step toward publication.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/honouring-...
Honouring Hilary Mantel: A New Prize for Unpublished Writers
The just launched ‘Hilary Mantel Prize’ offers budding authors the chance to honour a literary legend by nurturing their own voices and taking the next step toward publication.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com
September 21, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Honouring Hilary Mantel: A New Prize for Unpublished Writers!
The just launched ‘Hilary Mantel Prize’ offers budding authors the chance to honour a literary legend by nurturing their own voices and taking the next step toward publication.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/honouring-...
The just launched ‘Hilary Mantel Prize’ offers budding authors the chance to honour a literary legend by nurturing their own voices and taking the next step toward publication.
wolfhallweekend.substack.com/p/honouring-...