The Throckmortons were a powerful Catholic family navigating the dangers of Tudor England. This course explores their rise from minor gentry to the heart of political intrigue, and the risks they faced during the Reformation. We examine loyalty, faith and survival in a period when religious identity could mean imprisonment or death, offering insight into how large historical forces played out within one remarkable family.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

SUGGESTED READING

• Jade Scott, Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots

COURSE OUTLINE

• While largely unknown, the Throckmorton family was heavily involved in some of the most momentous events in English history.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Tell friends about this fascinating family!