True Tales of Tudor York
Tony Morgan
- Region:
- Yorkshire & Humber
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Fee:
- Paid: £40-£100 depending on size of group (donated to St Leonards Hospice)
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 27th February 2026
- Tagged:
- York | Tudor History | Henry Viii | Elizabeth I
This talk explores the history of York during the reign of the Tudors, the people who lived there and those who shaped their lives. Expect royal visits, rebellions, religious unrest, plagues, flooding, the treatment of the poor and ordinary life. Depending on where the talk is held, Tony usually tailors the content to include items and events of most local interest. The talk is well-researched, engaging and friendly, with time for questions at the end.
Views: 504 | Enquiries: 4About Tony Morgan
Tony Morgan is an Associate Professor at the University of Leeds. He is the author of a series of non-fiction history books and historical novels focused on Tudor York, Stuart York and Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot. Depending on where the talk is held, Tony often tailors items and events of most local interest. His engaging talks bring the history of real people, places and events to life. When Tony delivers a talk to a group, he's usally requested to return to speak on another topic. Tony donates his event speaker fees, history books and novel profits to good causes. In recent years, he has raised thousands of pounds for St Leonard's Hospice in York.
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