Episode 270 - A Journey Through Time: Exploring Athelhampton House with Giles Keating

Talking Tudors

Natalie Grueninger

History

4.8 • 785 Ratings

🗓️ 17 November 2024

⏱️ 27 minutes

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In this captivating episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger is joined by Giles Keating, the owner and custodian of the historic Athelhampton House in Dorset. Together, they delve into the rich history of this stunning Tudor estate, tracing its origins back to Anglo-Saxon times and exploring its transformation through the centuries. Giles shares fascinating stories about the Martin family, the original owners during the Tudor era, and their connections with royalty, including encounters with Katherine of Aragon and involvement in the infamous Babington plot. The discussion also touches upon the inspiration behind Giles's Tudor novels, which bring to life the intriguing tales of the Martin family's daughters and local feuds. Listeners will get an insider's view of what it's like to care for such an ancient property, with insights into the challenges and joys of maintaining a 500-year-old house. Giles also reveals some of the ghostly legends associated with Athelhampton, adding a touch of mystery to this historical gem. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply love a good story, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and present of Athelhampton House. Don't miss the chance to learn about the unique features of this Tudor treasure and hear about the exciting events and experiences awaiting visitors today. Visit Athelhampton House's website https://www.athelhampton.com/ Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com Support Talking Tudors on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingTudors

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0:00.0	Hello and welcome to Talking Tudors, a fortnightly podcast about the ever fascinating Tudor dynasty.
0:07.2	My name is Natalie Gruniger, and I'll be your host and guide on this journey through 16th century England.
0:14.0	Are you ready to step through the veil of time into the dazzling and dangerous world of the Tudor Court?
0:20.2	Without further ado, it's time to talk Tudors. Hello, everyone. Hello everyone, welcome back to another episode of Talking Tudors.
1:01.3	I'm your host, Natalie Gruniger.
1:03.0	Thank you so much for joining me today.
1:05.0	I'd like to begin by acknowledging and thanking the generous listeners who continue to support Talking Tudors on Patreon
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1:44.4	Tudors merchandise. Check out all the products at Talking Tudors.threadless.com. Now, on to today's
1:50.8	episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Giles Keating to the podcast to talk about the history of the
1:56.0	very stunning Atholhampton House in Dorset. Let's dive straight into our conversation.
2:02.1	Welcome to talking to you, Giles. How are you? Very well, Natalie. Delighted to be here.
2:07.8	Oh, I'm really excited to talk to you about your magnificent home. So before we dive into that,
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