
Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens
Years 7–11 Experience Tudor life and explore the turbulent relationship between Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots.Term-time, Leeds Available during term-time. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred dateAbout Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens

Step back into a dangerous world of plots, espionage and treachery and explore the turbulent relationship between Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots with Temple Newsam and The British Library.
The workshop includes:
- A tour of Temple Newsam House and its Tudor history
- Interactive overview of the House’s links to Elizabeth and Mary
- First Dates 1560s workshop
- Francis Walsingham’s spy network workshop
Delivered at Temple Newsam, Leeds – the birthplace of Mary's notorious husband, Lord Darnley.
Exclusive to LS postcodes.
Please note that we are fully booked until September 2025. Booking is essential via the 'Book Now' button. Please email leeds.learning@bl.uk if you have questions or need help with the form.
Dates and times
Available during term-time. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date
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