Important Locations

Two pieces of land on The Strand owned by the Russell family, from c.1552 (following fall of Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset).
Became central London residence of the Earls of Bedford.
Older property sitting next to river, also known as 'Russell House' or 'Russell Place'.
Building project undertaken on land on north side of the Strand, by Edward Russell, 3rd Duke of Bedford c.1586, overseen by aunt and guardian Anne Russell, Countess of Warwick 

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Original name for Cannon Street, City of London. Location of Edmund Dudley's home in early 16th century.

Likely place of birth of John Dudley in c.1504.

Known to be a place of business for Edmund Dudley, until downfall following death of Henry VII in 1509.



 

Tudor manor house in Chelsea, London, also known as 'Chelsea Place'.
Ownership received by Katherine Parr in 1547, following death of Henry VIII - resided at Chelsea with Princess/Lady Elizabeth (for a time), until Summer 1548, prior to her death.
John Dudley took ownership from 1551.
Jane Grey was residing at Chelsea in Jul 1554, when she was summoned to Syon House.
Jane Guildford died here in 1555, this property not being confiscated following her husband's execution in 1553.

 

Medieval manor house in the village of Cumnor, Oxfordshire, approx 5 miles outside of Oxford, originally built for use of abbots of nearby Abingdon Abbey.
Leased by Robert Dudley in Dec 1559 as place for wife Amy Robsart to reside separately from him.

Place of death of Amy Robsart in Sep 1560

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12th century stone castle, in Dudley (now West Midlands).
Ownership taken on by John Dudley in 1537.

From 1540 oversaw major building project, headed by architect Sir William Sharington - 'Sharington Range'.
 

Historic market town in the Vale of White Horse (historically Berkshire, now Oxfordshire).
Anne Seymour moved into Wadley House, Littleworth (small village 2 miles from town) following her marriage to Edward Unton in 1555.

Anne Seymour buried at All Saints' Church, in the town, following her death in 1588.

Son Sir Henry Unton built large mansion in 1590s, just north of the church.

Tudor manor house, in the Chiltern Hills, at Rotherfield Greys, Oxfordshire.
Passed to Knollys family in early 16th century.
Place of birth and early childhood of Lettice Knollys.
Francis Knollys buried in the nearby church of St Nicholas at Rotherfield Greys, where his magnificent tomb remains.

12th century stone castle, in the town of Kenilworth, Warwickshire.

Initially granted to John Dudley in 1553, who began modernisation, prior to his execution. 
Castle restored to son Robert Dudley in 1563 who continued expansion etc.

Visited by Elizabeth I on 4 occasions, including in 1575 for 19 day 'Kenilworth Festivities'.

15th century royal residence favoured by the Tudors, in Greenwich.
Approx 5 miles east down river from the Tower of London.

Birthplace of monarchs Henry VIII, Mary I and Elizabeth I.
Place of death of Edward VI

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Tudor townhouse located on the Strand, next to Somerset House (and later Leicester/Essex House).

Granted to Thomas Seymour in 1545 by Henry VIII, and named 'Seymour Place'.

Residence when Jane Grey joined his household as his ward.
Following Seymour's execution in 1549, house sold to Earl of Arundel - house renamed as 'Arundel Place',

 

15th century castle in parish of Sudeley, near to medieval market town of Winchcombe, Gloucestershire.

Gifted to Thomas Seymour, on ascension of Edward VI in 1547.

Thomas Seymour and wife Catherine Parr moved into Sudeley in 1548, with Jane Grey joining their household.
Place of death of Catherine Parr in childbirth, and subsequent burial.​​​​

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Area surrounding the Tower of London., with public executions of high-status prisoners taking place on high ground north-west of the tower moat.

 

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14th century Manor House for the manor of Wanstead, Essex.

Purchased by Robert Dudley in 1577 from Robert Rich, 2nd Baron Rich, along with nearby Stonehall manor (thereby joining estates). 

Location of secret marriage between Robert Dudley and Lettice Knollys in 1578.

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Historically part of Middlesex, became city of Westminster in 1540.
Location of old Palace of Westminster, renamed 'Whitehall Palace' - primary royal residence in 16th century.

Location of Westminster Abbey, place of coronation and burial of Tudor and Stuart monarchs, which were attended by 'Dudley Women'.
Location of 'Westminster Hall', place of multiple trials accused (and convicted) of treason.

Early 16th century Manor House for the manor of Groby.

Taken possession by Henry Grey in 1530 on his father's death.

Possible birthplace of Jane Grey in 1536/37, and known birthplace of younger sisters Katherine and Mary.

 

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Medieval Manor House, built near the remains of Chartley Castle, built in late 15th century,
In care of Devereux family; Walter Devereux was heir and Lettice Knollys came to live here after wedding.
Place of birth of Devereux children.
One of the last locations where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned, prior to move to Fotheringay Castle where she was executed in 1578.

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Tudor Manor House in Buckinghamshire; rebuilt in 1530s original house from 1460s.
Inherited by Anne Sapcote, later wife of John Russell, 1st Earl of Bedford.
Became the seat of the Earls of Bedford from 16th century until the 17th century, when seat was moved to Woburn Abbey,
Place of birth of Anne Russell in Dec 1548, later the Countess of Warwick.
Location of St Nicholas' Church in which the Bedford Chapel is located - place of burial and interment of many members of Russell family members, including Anne Russell. 
 

Location of Tudor manor house purchased by Robert Dudley in April 1579.
Lease of Drayton Bassett bequeathed to Lettice Knollys in husband Robert Dudley's will in 1588.
Lettice Knollys and Christopher Blount initially relocated from London following marriage and sale of property in Essex in 1590s.
Place of death of Lettice Knollys in 1634, aged 91yo.​

Episcopal palace of the Bishop of Durham, located on the Strand, London.

Granted to John Dudley in 1553 By Edward VI.
Location of Jane Grey and Guildford Dudley's wedding ceremony in May 1553, as well as those of Katherine Grey and Katherine Dudley the same day.

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Early medieval stone castle built in market town of Framlingham, Suffolk.
Location of Mary Tudor's 'base' where she launches successful bid to claim English throne following death of half-brother Edward VI in Jul 1553.
Location of St Michael the Archangel Church - traditional burial place of Howard family, including Margaret Audley, Duchess of Norfolk. 
 

Municipal building in Moorgate area of City of London, approx 1 mile from Tower of London.
Location of trials of Jane Grey, Guildford Dudley and others in Nov 1553, and Robert Dudley in Jan 1554.

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Tudor townhouse completed c.1575, sitting on the North Bank of The Strand, London.
Originally known as 'Leicester House', became official London residence of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester.
Renamed 'Essex House' following death of Robert Dudley in 1588, and inheritance by step-son Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex.
Location of 'Essex Siege' in Feb 1601, following which Robert Devereux was arrested on charges of treason.

Tudor Palace built by Henry VII on the manor of Sheen, renamed as Richmond in 1500.
Place of death of Henry VII in 1509.

Location of marriages of Robert Dudley and Amy Robsart, and John Dudley and Anne Seymour in Jun 1550.

Place of death of Elizabeth I in 1603, Anne Russell being present as lady-in-waiting.

 

Tudor Palace built on 'The Strand', on the north bank of the Thames, by Edward Seymour.
Land purchased by Seymour in 1537, and building commenced in 1549.
Ownership of palace taken into possession of the crown in 1552 following execution of Seymour.
Place of residence of Princess Elizabeth during reign of Mary I.


 

The official West London residence of the Dukes of Northumberland.
Granted to Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset, but confiscated following his conviction for treason and subsequent attainder in 1552.
Lease of estate, including Syon House, acquired by John Dudley in Jun 1553

Jane Grey brought to Syon House, and offered crown of England in Jul 1553, following death of Edward VI. 
Later comes into possession of Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland, through marriage to Dorothy Devereux. 

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Historic royal palace on the north bank of River Thames, dating back to the 11th century.
Also served as a prison since 1100, as well as armoury, treasury, menagerie, Royal Mint, public records office and home of Crown Jewels.
Also place of execution for a select few high-profile prisoners.

14th century stone castle, situated on banks of River Avon, outside Warwick, Warwickshire.
Granted to John Dudley in 1547, on his creation of 2nd Earl of Warwick.

Granted to son Ambrose Dudley in 1562, a year following his creation as 3rd Earl of Warwick.

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