Hever Castle’s Enchanting Past - the Home of Anne Boleyn
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- In this video join Kevin Hicks on another captivating castle tour, this time discovering some of the secrets inside Hever Castle, ancestral home of Anne Boleyn. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of this beautiful castle, from its origins in the 14th century to its prominent role in the Tudor era. Dive into the enchanting world of Hever Castle and uncover the legacy of one of England's most intriguing historical treasures.
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Big thanks to Hever Castle & Gardens for allowing us to film on site. www.hevercastle.co.uk
Music: Tudor by Bonnie Grace via Epidemic Sound
Aerial view of Hever Castle, courtesy of Hever Castle & Gardens Facebook page
Aerial video footage of gatehouse, with kind permission of Simon Throp & Charlie's World & Smile • Stunning Drone Footage...
Tudor Kitchens: courtesy of Hever Castle
Book of Hours: courtesy of Hever Castle
Bed chamber: © Paul Hermans via Wikipedia Commons CC4
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Wow!! I used to live in Hever Rectory, back in the 70s!! My uncle took over the parish as standing minister, whilst their minister and his wife went on extended vacation to Peru. So we were guests of Lord and Lady Astor, for private tours and as their guests for dinner. I have such fond memories of waking early and sitting all alone on a fence rail with my tea, watching the cows come down to say hi and visit their little stream. And the swans by the bridge, over the River Eden. My uncle and I were particularly interested in studying the architecture of the Rectory. Very medieval, mud and waddle originally (still visible in the garrett) but refacaded with brick in the 1600s. I'm quite curious if there are some missing portions. I did find an unexplained gap in space, and upon enlisting Uncle's aid, he discovered a trick bookshelf wall, and we found a priest hole. There was a tiny, air vent near the ceiling..totally camouflaged by tricky brickwork up high on the exterior! And the bathroom upstairs was so inexplicable..would take a chapter to describe!! Very cute though, and a teensy window at the very end, over the pot, very last teeny room...from the outside, looking up at the strangely placed and built portions, I truly think now, that it was reformed from a guarded robe (sp?) Well at any rate, I thoroughly loved that house, and my uncle was offered to purchase the place and stay on, by the one in Peru. SADLY!! My aunt refused, and wished to return to America to stay. (Och! Uncle and I were quite sad about that, indeed!) Happy memories though. The rectory and lands were 'owned' by one Thomas Culpeper, upon 2 occasions..my best of studies would seem to indicate thus far, that this Thomas was likely the older brother of the same name, and probably not the younger Thomas who met his unfortunate end due to, and along with, Catherine Howard. However, it's certainly within a short footpath, of the Boleyn residence, so I still wonder! The house had many tales to tell, and I shan't relate them all here. What I can tell you of the castle though, is that I could hear very delicate music emanating from a particular doorway, and Lady Astor confirmed that that room had been where music was played in medieval times, and took me to view the room! I heard and saw many things, which I'll not relate. But one thing I read recently, had the info wrong.. Upon a certain tree commanding my attention, as we walked in the garden, I asked him of it, as it was clearly of a good age, and very beautiful nonetheless..but I asked him, "Lord Astor, what can you tell me of that tree? It seems apart, and very special in some way.." Thankfully, he was delighted I'd asked, and proceeded to tell me that THAT tree, had been carted down by Henry VIII as a gift, and that it was quite a large tree when brought, what a great effort it had been to cart it and get it planted in. I read something incorrect about that tree, if what Lord Astor told me is true. But I have to believe he truly knew the real history of it! Say hi to my old stomping grounds for me, please! ❤❤❤❤❤
What lovely recollections, thanks for sharing 👍
Awesome 😊
What an interesting story and a fascinating life experience of yours. I would love to hear more about the strange and mysterious experiences you had, that being indicated as undisclosed in your post. Pray, tell!
I lived in Markbeach and went to Hever Primary school, I must have met your Uncle as the school was frequently over at the Church and the vicar was often I the school.
@Peter-uw5cq I accidentally freaked out the teacher at your school, when I waited for the children to be let out, so that I could request to borrow a book on local birds, lol !! And it took some real pleading, even though I was right down the hedgerow and she knew where to find me, and knew the uncle on Sundays! But finally, success in hand, I could happily do my birdwatching for a few days :)
These On-Location Tours are an absolute Treasure Kevin. Greetings from Norway.
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Thanks, glad you enjoy them, I have a couple more to come from my latest trip. 👍
@@thehistorysquad I remember asking how come you moved to Canada , from the UK , really interesting , to see you have kept your English roots and love for England, but also history
@@michaelhawkins7389 Nothing quite like British history, I'll keep going back as often as I can 👍🏻
As an American farmer who will probably never travel further than the continental US, these tours of your native castles really send me over the moon.
My 23andme ties me genetically to 15 viking age people in Ireland, England, and Scotland, a pict, and a scythian woman who was beheaded. Seeing your home country and the history behind it makes me feel a sense of belinging and wonder. Maybe my ancestors helped build some of these castles, or paid grain to their owners.
I'll likely never know unless more of my ancestors are DNA sequenced and tied to names or villages. But in the meantime, it's at least fun to imagine.
Glad you enjoy them, thanks!
Amazing video. Mary Boleyn is my 14th great grandmother, so it's wonderful to see where my ancestors lived.
A little bit of a history / trivia / question: I've often wondered over the years how the Boleyn's got along given what happened to one portion of their infamous family. In other words did they stay kind of in the shadows over the centuries? Were they hated and vilified by their contemporaries? I'm just curious whether or not you heard anything internally within your family over the years about how your ancestor Boleyn(s) got along throughout the years?
Hi cousin! She's my 15th great grandmother :)
Been to my favourite place many many times! I'm related to Mary Boleyn and after lord Gavin Astor died we tried to buy Hever unsuccessfully. I was heart broken!
Really enjoyed this, makes not having a TV totally worth it.
The bas relief on that chest front is unbelievable.
I went to Hever school in the 70s , iam no stranger to this amazing castle.
Performing the nativity in Hever Church and falling asleep on Thomas Boleyn tomb 🙂
Was here from Australia in July, 2023, was fortunate to stay here and a festival was on too. was brilliant. Highly recommend. Even met a very funny King Henry. My husband is currently drawing the castle . Fantastic place and the gardens are beautiful. 🐨☺️ worth looking at the cemetery near the King Henry viii pub. Some great graves in there . Boleyn family buried there
You're so lucky you get to do these special tours on your own. Thabks for bringing us along!
Any day that a new castle tour video pops up on this channel is a good day
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My ancestor married Mary Boleyn 😊 been to Hever a few times, my favourite castle.
Fantastic Kev. A great tour. Loved the book written in and signed by Anne Boleyn. To think she actually held and read that very book. Fascinating.
Absolutely 👍
This is the best History channel on TH-cam it is not even close. Is straight to the point and Kevin does not hide his enthusiasm for what he is talking about.
Well done sir, well done
Thanks Christopher, much appreciated 👍🏻
Mr Astor did a marvellous job in restoring, restructuring and making a warm, cosy home on a Tudor theme. Beautiful.
I love these. I'll probably never be able to leave the states and travel like I want too so these videos are an incredible way to see some interesting places.
I do love living in the US but what i wouldnt give to be closer to old castles and other stoneworks. The perfect mix of history and engineering.
Me too!!!❤
What a wonderful surprise this morning! I visited Hever Castle many years ago with my parents. I remember the house being historic and impressive, but we were there in May, and the gardens and grounds were in full bloom. Born and raised in the American Desert Southwest, I had never seen so much color and green, growing things in my life.
growing up about 10 minutes from this castle was a highlight of my life, school trips here were brilliant!
How secret are the "secret" doors to the locals?
@@rachael344 still fairly secret! they’d tell us what was behind them and very rarely open up certain doors for a peek but we never went into them, too much of a liability haha
The architecture in that place is amazing. The Tudor ceilings blew my mind. They don't make stuff like that today and it's a shame.
Another Friday to start with a History Squad debut 🙌
My goodness that place is amazing. I especially like the lock that was left behind by King Henry VIII. History Squad bringing old castle history to us is appreciated. It makes me really want to visit these places.
I for one would not be surprised if Kev revealed he played all the instruments on the introductory Tudor music :D
😂 I wish
With his feet whilst firing arrows 🏹
Where's the crum horn!
Kevin you are obviously a proud Englishman and a patriot
Do you not miss home with all the history there and your own?
I’m an Irish exile in Canada. Love the videos. Have made many trips to Canterbury.
@@charliemanson4808 😂
Best tour of this castle. I will never get to go to England so these are a treat
As a hobbyist painter, conveniently focusing on still life portraits at the moment, these castle walk-arounds are absolutely fantastic for finding all kinds of objects and details to include that I would otherwise probably never knew existed. So thank you so much Kevin (and crew) for spending your time and money on making these tours for us ❤
It’s a pleasure Derek, just me and the Mrs 👍
Your videos never fail to put a smile on my face, I absolutely love learning about history and there is no better teacher than you Kevin!
Much appreciated
A wonderful walk back in time. Americans love the Brits for their history and traditions. God Bless you.
Greetings from The Central Coast of California. Love 💗 this history , Than you for this !!😊
Yippee another good day when a castle walkabout is done. Love seeing all the hidden secrets and the historical stories of the structures. Thank you so much Kevin and Co for making a day of pain a little better for a bit. Helps taking my mind off it . Keep it up ❤
Glad you enjoyed it, cheers 👍
Ever wonder what that reunion in the afterlife was like?
Like, was Anne standing there beside Jane, arms crossed and tapping her foot, waiting as Henry got there?
Henry went to the Other Place.
@@HootOwl513 Afraid I don't believe in the other place.
@@billbombshiggy9254 Better believe in the other place because evil people can't be rewarded!!!
Hellllll yessssssss🎉🎉🎉🎉
Love your castle tour videos
Thank you Mr. Hicks! ❤
My pleasure!!
Such a gorgeous castle! If I were a ghost I would want to haunt here!
That could be arranged. (Alfred Hitchcock)
Happy Friday Kevin! Your channel is a treat
Thanks 👍
Thank YOU!
Thanks for the tour of Hever Castle, Kevin. Whenever you mentioned Medieval times I couldn't help but think of Medieval Times here in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. It's a medieval themed place where you go for dinner and a tourny, complete with jousting and knights fighting on foot. It's kinda campy but it's a departure from a regular dinner and a movie, especially with a girl who is into Renaissance Festivals.
There used to be one such fair in a little town not far from Fort Worth. It was billed as a "fantasy fair". It was a much more accurate description than the usual "Renaissance" fair was. It was called Hawkwood. It only lasted for four seasons, but was my favorite such fair. I still go to Scarborough Fair in Waxahatcie, about 45 minutes from Fort Worth, but I miss Hawkwood.
I've come to dislike some of the people in Creative Anachronisms. They're just too nitpicky and serious about being 100% correct that they don't have any fun.
Yes, I’m in agreement with you there, that’s why I left reenactment too 👍
Thanks for watching
Great job again,Kevin
Very interesting about Mr Astor, I lived in a small coastal town in oregon names after this man, Astoria
What a magnificent castle. The detail in the woodworking is amazing especially the original work. When you tell a story, I can actually see the people of the past strolling through the rooms going about their day.
. One of the reasons why I enjoy English or British history is the fact that it goes back so far in time.
Couldn't agree more!
Got back from England about a month ago, and we got to stay at Hever whilst there. Really beautiful, enchanting place. Loved watching this... brought back some great memories!
After watching I feel I just had the perfect private tour of Hever Castle. Thank you, Kevin.
You're very welcome
Thank you, Kevin. I have seen other documentaries about Hever Castle, History Hit TV has a more in-depth tour, but none are as interesting as yours. The enthusiasm and more human history of your video is just great. Please never lose that. Cheers from Texas.
Wow, how lovely, thanks Dave. We actually only had 2 hours in the house alone for which we’re extremely grateful for, I’m betting History Hits had much longer 😜
Visit Hever often, love it there, it’s one of my happy places. And always have a nice lunch in the Henry VIII pub across the road afterwards too.
Remember a.hot summer drinking Pints outside the pub with my brother in l away early 70 s they had a lot of foreign currency pinned up behind the bar then good memories
Greetings once again from Nova Scotia, thanks for the walking tour through history. What a castle, I love this stuff, just imagine how much change these walls have seen. Thanks again for another great video, I very much appreciate the time and work you put into every story you share, be safe and be well. Have a great weekend good sir, and as always best regards, Arthur
How lovely, thanks Arthur, I really do appreciate your comments each week. We have a few more castle tours to share with you in the coming months 👍
I am so happy I get to start my Friday morning with the history squad. Excellent video, Much love as always!
Morning! 😃
Love the tours you do Kevin. Very informative & I like how you Shared your favorite pieces of furniture with us. I absolutely enjoy each of your videos weather it’s a tour or about an individual or event in history. Your sense of human always make me laugh!
Glad you like them! Thanks 👍
I’ve always wanted to visit this place one day because of its significance with Anne Boleyn but now I feel like I’ve been there. Thanks for the armchair travels 🧳 🛋️
Love the castle videos, Kevin! Awesome stuff!
Who let you in to my house?! Lock up when you leave, I'll be back on monday 😂
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A ghost!!!!! but who??????💀💀☠❤🙏
@@Jossianne19130 😂😂😂
Best historian by far you bring history alive
Can’t wait to watch this later with a brew in hand!
Yorkshire tea?
@@Durka-Durka01 what gave me away? lol!
@@yorkshirej2219 good choice. 👍 I drink two pint mugs a day! 😂
As an Australian in her mid 50s i know my chances of ever getting to see places like this for myself are frankly damned limited.
So it's really nice to feel like I'm being given a personal tour by someone who really loves what they do.
Thank you so much
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It’s my pleasure 👍
I love these tours! Everything you show and the way you explain the history is just wonderful. It's as if I'm actually there! Big thanks and love from Arizona ❤
Glad you enjoyed it, it was a pleasure sharing 👍
Hey Kevin!
My wife and I would LOVE to have our wedding ceremony in that room. Indeed once in a lifetime- we have started saving and plan to have it in 3 years.
If we do, you are invited!!🎉❤
Wow, how lovely, I’d love to join you 😊
I can just picture the conversation - 'you know the deal Harry, you give me Hever Castle, plus a lifetime's supply of the finest wine in the land, I sign this bit of paper here saying we had irreconcilable differences, and you can do whatever you like!' 'Anne, I beseech you, I love that cas----' 'Oh dear, would you look at that, my quill's suddenly broken and I can't sign my name! What a sha---' 'Oh alright, just...just take the lot! I don't care, you can have it all, just leave me alone for god's sake!'
Anne of Cleves, what a woman. 😉
Indeed 👍
I stayed a night in the Astor wing. Highly recommend. Just lovely.
Brilliant Film Sir Hicks! My second favourite castle next to Warwick, been to both many times. Thanks for posting. Wishing you all the very best sir.
Cheers Jeff 👍🏻
It is a beautiful house and castle. Astor did a good job. I love dove cotes.
Hi Kevin, from California USA!🌴 Thank you for an absolutely wonderful tour! I enjoyed it thoroughly! You are a most perfect tour guide, and I loved the stories and history you shared.
The details in this castle are intricate and well thought out. They had to think of EVERYTHING.
Architecture is grand and beautiful. Furniture is breathtaking. Woodwork is gorgeous and the metalwork is stunning. Thank you again!
Glad you enjoyed it! 👍
once again sir you've brought a little of that dream of seeing the castles and manor houses that I've had since i was a kid . thank you for bringing us these pieces of our past. no matter where in the world your from, theres really lots to take away from the places and information you bring us sir. cheers and be well sir
Thanks, I’m glad they bring you enjoyment
What a treat, I've just finished my freshman year of high school, summer has begun, and Kevin has made a new video. The good days have begun🎉🎉
Enjoy!
I loved this, Kevin! I would never be able to see this in person but your tour made me feel like I was there. I loved seeing all the gorgeous carved woodwork; it's amazing! The portraits at the end were lovely to see. But my favorite artifact of them all has to be Anne Boleyn's hand-signed Book of Hours. To think she held this in her hands while she was a prisoner in the Tower of London. Gave me chills. Thank you so much for this video! ❤
My pleasure!!
Visited Hever castle a couple of times as I live in Kent, fabulous place. It’s always been very busy so it was great to have you do a walking tour Kevin. Many objects and rooms are so well put together. Apparently the castle has been flooded many years ago and there is a flood line in the entrance hall marking how far the water line came, this is before entering the main dining area. Great place to visit, well done Kevin, always enjoy your presentation. 👏
Thanks Brett, many of the rooms were closed off to us as they're undergoing various changes, but there was still plenty to see 👍🏻
Thank you for showing the portrait of Thomas Cranmer. He is my many times Great Uncle. His brother, Edmund, was my many times Great Grandfather. They were front and center for all the drama, and change that took place! Very interesting!!
YES!!!! These castle videos are what brought me to this channel! I love these videos!
Great….more to come 👍
The interior wood carvings are amazing. Too bad there was no youtube back then, would love to have seen the process.
I’ve always wanted to see the interiors of this iconic castle. Thank you so much! The guided commentary and quality filming make this so compelling and brilliant to watch. 10/10. Thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wonderful! He brings it to life.
Thanks Kevin, for another informative video. Hever Castle looks amazing. I wish I could visit in person.
The Hickstory Squad 👍🏻👍🏻
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The tour of Anne Boleyn's home was amazing. Thank you Kevin for bringing to life a touch of Tudor history.
I have watched this channel grow from early on. You are doing a splendid job, Kevin. Thanks for the informative bits of history. Love these tours as well.
Thanks so much, I’m glad you’re still watching, it’s appreciated 👍
This was such a welcome surprise. I was there last April and stayed on the grounds. I absolutely fell in love with the place. Thank you for this. ❤️
Glad you enjoyed it!
I love Kevin's castle tour videos, and this is one of the best yet.
Thanks!
Great Castle videos. Greetings from Missouri.
Thank you, Kevin! I loved getting your tour, of Hever 🏰! Another wonderful video! ❤
Fascinating and joyfully presented. Well done!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Mr Hicks, I always enjoy your videos but castle tours is what made me fall in love with the channel .ps a special thanks to Mrs Hicks for her splendid camera work if she was filming today
Cheers Aaron, yes the lovely Mrs H is always behind the camera. We had a lovely day out at Hever, it really is that beautiful. 👍🏻
Brilliant Kevin love these
Excellent! My ancestor was the main informant against Anne Boleyn so this is of special interest. Thank you.
That's absolutely beautiful and so Thankful that we have you to explain everything to us.
Thank you for taking us on this wonderful tour of Hever Castle!
excellent been waiting for more castle videos
There a couple more to come 👍
Outstanding presentation of history! Thank you very much.
What a beuatiful castle and with you showing us around, it comes to life.
Thank you Kev 👍 i love the historical accounts you bring us all.
You're a good man
Excellent episode Kev, thank you.
Absolutely fascinating, thank you once again Kevin for unveiling another part of our wonderful history.
Spectacular tour, thanks Kevin! Have a great day and please, do more of these!
Thanks, will do!
Thank you for this inside look. I loved all the little tidbits of the history of this castle/ manor house. 😊
Fascinating. Absolutely loved this one.
Another great video! Thanks!
I love Hever Castle, spent quite a few sunny days visiting this beautiful place with my friends. Thanks for your video, thats another visit that ive just enjoyed to this glorious castle......
Excellent, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻
Great video, thanks Kevin.
Yet another gem
I enjoy watching these historical videos.
Thanks Sir Kevin, fascinating.
Once again, thanks for another great video about a beautiful piece of British history - Cheers 😊
What a fantastic, interesting insight into medieval/tudor England.