On Saturday May 10th, experience the dramatic history of Grafton Regis, a tiny south Northamptonshire village with an amazing history.  The past is brought to life in a leisurely walk beginning at 2.30pm at the Village Hall and then on to the atmospheric Church of St Mary the Virgin.  In the Hall, en route, and in the Church, you will meet famous and infamous characters with links to Grafton, in costume, including members of the Woodville family, Richard III, Henry VIII and some of his wives, and Elizabeth I.

You’ll also hear the tragic story of Lady Crane, the tenant of Grafton House when it was destroyed during a Civil War siege, an account of the mystery of the Grafton Portrait (is it the earliest genuine likeness of William Shakespeare?), and the reason for the presence in the Church of memorials to members of the FitzRoy family, Dukes of Grafton.

The afternoon ends with tea and cakes in the Village Hall.

Booking is essential.  The cost is £9.50 per head, including refreshments, for adults; £1.00 for under 16s; and under 5s free.

For further information and to book, email keith.harry@btinternet.com