Richard Whiting: the rise and gruesome fall of the last Abbot of Glastonbury

Despite his brutal murder by the crown in 1539, Abbot Richard Whiting is still fondly remembered by the townsfolk of Glastonbury.
A kind, spiritual and well educated man, he was highly regarded by the community both inside and outside the abbey.
So how did this leading figure come to such a gruesome end?
If you come for a walk around what’s left of his home and town, I will explain…
With thanks to the staff of Glastonbury Abbey.
#somerset #history #richardwhiting #glastonbury #darkhistory

[@carolynellis387]

Great docu btw, well put together

[@SouthWestSundays]

That was really interesting (and very gruesome). I don’t think I have heard that before and history often goes over my head, but I am likely to remember it now as you narrated and illustrated it so engagingly.
I was staying near the Tower of London the other day and was thinking it’s high time that I go back to refresh my faded childhood memories of it. When I do visit, I will remember this story about Whiting being taken there.
A really enjoyable vídeo Luke with gorgeous Glastonbury scenery too.

[@The_Knight_Tales]

Thank you Louise! I’m glad you enjoyed it! 😃🙏

[@neddoucet7779]

Excellent mini-doc! Just subscribed and look forward to more of your videos. Greetings from the beautiful Hudson Valley.

[@The_Knight_Tales]

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you liked it 😃

[@freedomvigilant1234]

This is a fascinating video of a piece of history of which I was not aware.
I visited Glastonbury Abbey a few years back now and also visited the Bishop's Gardens.

[@The_Knight_Tales]

Thank you! It’s really interesting story isn’t it.

[@ragwortrattle8798]

I always loved the atmosphere of the Abbey and the little chapel dedicated to St Anne (I think?)
A historically important story and a lovely video.

[@lamiar.4067]

Perfect little documentary!
Not exactly a god-botherer myself but the stories of Dissolution never fail to stir some measure of sadness.

[@The_Knight_Tales]

I’m exactly the same as you! I find it all quite sad too. Thanks for the lovely comment!

[@carolynellis387]

I spent many happy hours sitting in its little chapel before it got all touristy, with a built experience centre.
It was so peaceful for meditation

[@d.l.l.6578]

They did not deserve that.

[@beez8888]

you should look into the nursery rhythm Little Jack Horner