Katherine Parr Day

Sudeley Castle, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Cotswolds, has played an important role in England's past, with royal connections that stretch back over 1,000 years. Inside, the castle contains many fascinating treasures from ancient Roman times to the present day. Outside, the castle is surrounded by award-winning gardens and a 1,200 acre estate.

Sudeley Castle & Gardens is also the only private castle in England to have a queen buried within its grounds - Katherine Parr.

To celebrate this incredible woman, Sudeley Castle will be hosting a day dedicated to Queen Katherine Parr, Henry VIII’s surviving wife, and former Chatelaine of Sudeley Castle.

On the day there will be:

• Queen Katherine Parr walking the grounds in her incredible gown from the famous portrait, a copy of which can be seen in the South Hall of the castle

• Scheduled, themed talks by Sudeley's knowledgeable Guides

• Copies of Philippa Gregory’s new novel about Katherine, ‘The Taming of the Queen’, on sale in the gift shop (limited stock)

• Gloriana Living History and Tudor Dance Group performances

and more…