{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6467b7de03f4220011a934bd/678e980bfc105e4d365b0b9a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"176. Peterborough is not a dull New Town with Reverend Canon Tim Alban-Jones | Katherine of Aragon Festival","description":"<p>Join us on a captivating journey through Peterborough’s rich history in this special <strong>History Rage</strong> episode, created in partnership with the <strong>Katherine of Aragon Festival</strong>. Reverend Canon Tim Alban Jones, Vice Dean of Peterborough Cathedral, shares the incredible legacy of this historic city and its iconic cathedral.</p><p><br></p><h3>Ancient Beginnings</h3><ul><li>Discover Peterborough’s roots, from <strong>Bronze Age Flag Fen</strong> to its Saxon founding as Meadhamstead Abbey in 654.</li><li>Uncover the Norman impact and the architectural marvel of Peterborough Cathedral, a symbol of resilience through centuries.</li></ul><h3>Katherine of Aragon’s Legacy</h3><ul><li>Explore the enduring influence of Katherine of Aragon, buried in Peterborough Cathedral.</li><li>Learn how her story shapes the city’s identity and inspires the annual festival celebrating her remarkable life.</li></ul><h3>Reformation and Resilience</h3><ul><li>Witness the dramatic Reformation as Peterborough Abbey became a cathedral under figures like John Chambers.</li><li>Hear tales of resilience as the city adapted to monumental change.</li></ul><h3>Victorian Restoration</h3><ul><li>Appreciate the Victorians’ efforts to save Peterborough Cathedral, including its marble mosaic pavement and uninterrupted views.</li><li>Discover how restoration preserved its place as a historical and architectural gem.</li></ul><p>Celebrate Peterborough’s vibrant past, from its ancient origins to its Reformation-era transformation and beyond. If you're attending the <strong>Katherine of Aragon Festival</strong>, don’t miss nearby treasures like the <strong>Peterborough Museum</strong> and <strong>Burghley House</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>Get Involved</h3><ul><li>Learn more about Reverend Canon Tim Alban Jones’s work and book tickets for the festival at <strong>peterboroughcathedral.org.uk</strong>.</li><li>Support our historical deep dives on <strong>patreon.com/historyrage</strong> or via Apple for exclusive content, early episodes, and the coveted History Rage mug.</li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3>Stay Connected</h3><p>Catch up on all the rage at <a href=\"http://www.historyrage.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>www.historyrage.com</strong></a> or email us at <strong>historyragepod@gmail.com</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on:</p><ul><li><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">History Rage</a></li><li><strong>Twitter:</strong> <a href=\"https://twitter.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@HistoryRage</a></li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/historyrage/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@HistoryRage</a></li><li><strong>Bluesky:</strong> <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/historyrage.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">historyrage.bsky.social</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Stay informed, stay passionate, and let the rage for historical truth continue to burn!</p>","author_name":"Paul Bavill"}