A very cold day so everybody was well and truly wrapped up.
We soon got started and along our way we saw the renovations to Bradgate House.
A small amount of information . Lady Jane Grey was born at Bradgate House probably in October 1537. Notably in July 1553, at the age of fifteen, the Duke of Northumberland (her husband's father) proclaimed her Queen of England and Ireland, in opposition to Mary Tudor. However Mary had more support, and when the Lord Mayor of London proclaimed Mary queen on 19 July, the Duke of Northumberland lost all support, and he, his son, and Lady Jane Grey, the Nine Days Queen, were beheaded for treason.
With everyone there, we took a few minutes to catch our breath then did our return trip.
Some very dramatic scenes in Bradgate.
At Jades tea rooms with good company and the news of the day.
There is also the opportunity to enjoy a scone cream and jam.
Great day out, we will have to start looking for another walk for next week.
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