Episode Three--THE ARUNDELL INN

In this episode, we leave Cecilia and Constance and the world of the court for London town to meet a young innkeeper, Philomena Arundell.

After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the uncomfortable accommodations at court vs the luxury rooms courtiers could get at an inn like Philomena’s.

CECIL HOUSE---HOME OF WILLIAM AND MILDRED CECIL

In which Lady Elizabeth Clinton demands her will be done, and Constance Stonor awaits her fate.

After the story, Jessica and Gage explain the terms, ‘lady in waiting’ and ‘maid of honor’ and discuss what was expected of these noble women (more that you might think).

The story opens in 1565 - Elizabeth is an unmarried queen and the women attending her have much more influence than in any of the other Tudor courts. Princess Ceclia Vasa is visiting from Sweden and she wants attention!