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.

Sunday, 11 February 2018

February 1312 - Piers is re-united with Edward II - and his wife.

In January, 1312, Piers Gaveston's wife had given birth to their daughter Joan. At the time, Piers was out of the country - having bee...

Thursday, 4 January 2018

Best Books of 2017

As is usual for me at this time of year, here are my best books of 2017. 1. Without a doubt, the book I've been waiting a very long t...

Wednesday, 20 December 2017

Merry Christmas!

It's that time of year again. A very Merry Christmas to all and best wishes for 2018!

Sunday, 3 December 2017

Ludlow Castle - the apartments of Prince Arthur and Katherine of Aragon

The eldest son of Henry VII, Prince Arthur, born in Winchester and named for glory and drawing on his Welsh ancestry, was sent to govern ...

Sunday, 12 November 2017

Ludlow Castle

I've been very lucky to visit Ludlow twice this year. The castle is spectacular, and of huge significance to anyone with an interest...

Sunday, 5 November 2017

Belated Anniversary Wishes

November 1st 1307 was the anniversary of the wedding between Piers Gaveston and Margaret de Clare, niece of Edward II. Margaret was the sec...

Sunday, 8 October 2017

Mortimer History Society - presentation by Kathryn Warner

Saturday, October 7th, is I date I will never forget! The Mortimer History Society were holding a historical event in Ludlow. One of t...

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Anerje: I have a B.A. Honours in History, specialising in Medieval/Tudor history.

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