In the Footsteps of Mary, Queen of Scots - Part 2: Stirling Castle with Liz Manson

The Tudor History & Travel Show

08-04-2024 • 46 mins

NOTE: This is a copy of an earlier podcast recording, which has been re-added due to the audio file being corrupted.

Part Two: STIRLING CASTLE This month sees the launch of a special celebration of the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, here, on The Tudor Travel Show. Throughout September, I will be publishing one episode a week, as I follow 'In the Footsteps' of this legendary Scottish queen, visiting some of the most historic locations associated with her time in Scotland. Along the way, I will be meeting up with local guides, (many are members of the Marie Stuart Society), who will share their knowledge and passion for Mary and her story.   In this week's episode, I travel to Stirling Castle and meet up with Elisabeth Manson, President of the Marie Stuart Society. Together we explore the royal chapel, great hall and royal apartments of the castle. I talk to Liz about Stirling Castle as Mary's childhood home, as well as hearing about the blossoming romance between Mary and Henry, Lord Darnley, which unfolded at the castle in the spring of 1565.

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Credits:

Presenter: Sarah Morris
Guest: Elisabeth Manson
Produced by Cutting Crew Productions