Piers Gaveston

This blog is dedicated to Piers Gaveston, Earl Of Cornwall. Piers, also known as Perrot, was the favourite of Edward II. Depending on historical interpretation, the definition of 'favourite' ranges from 'brother', 'beloved friend' or 'lover'. This blog will be a mix of historical narrative, personal opinion and hopefully some lighter postings! The Plus will cover other historical matters.

Saturday, 18 March 2017

The Gaveston Cross

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Having read Rob's comment on the previous post - as to whether there is a way of raising funds to restore the Gaveston Cross - I had a q...
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Thursday, 23 February 2017

A Tale of 2 History magazines

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Over the last few years, there has been a surge in History magazines.  'History Today' is firmly established, and has what I would t...
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Thursday, 2 February 2017

February 1312

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February 1312 saw Piers Gaveston reunited with Edward II - and his wife, Margaret de Clare.  Piers was returning from his third exile.  It w...
Saturday, 14 January 2017

Best Books of 2016

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Here's a list of some of the best books I read in 2016.  Most are non-fiction, although I did read a lot of non-fiction, but only 1 make...
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Thursday, 5 January 2017

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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Something a bit different today.   The tale of a Welsh New Year custom - Mari Llwyd - it has 2 meanings - either 'The Grey Mare' or ...
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Thursday, 22 December 2016

Just to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda! Peace and goodwill to all!
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Tuesday, 1 November 2016

Wedding of Piers Gaveston and Margaret de Clare

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November 1st, All Saints Day, marks the anniversary of Piers Gaveston and Edward II's niece Margaret de Clare.  The couple were married...
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I have a B.A. Honours in History, specialising in Medieval/Tudor history.
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