Berengaria of Navarre, Queen and Lord: Making Connections in Medieval Europe
Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Wife of Richard I, Berengaria of Navarre's tenure as queen has been paid little attention, not least because she never visited England whilst married to Richard. Politically isolated and personally neglected during her marriage, the marital alliance between England and Navarre proved highly useful to Richard during the Third Crusade. Beyond her marriage however, Berengaria's political skills, negotiations with the papacy and the kings of France, as well as her close friendship with her sister, Blanche, countess of Champagne, enabled her to draw together a series of networks and connections that benefited not only her but also placed her at the centre of a network across Western Europe. This is the story of a woman who defied the odds and emerged as a powerful figure on the political scene of medieval France.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 13:30-14:15
Location & directions
Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- Pre-booking available from 15 July via the link. Pre-booking is advised to ensure space but you are welcome to attend on the day.
- Booking contact name:
- Natasha White
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hampshire-history-trust
- Booking opens:
- 15 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2024 10:00 AM
Accessibility details
The Arc is located next to Jewry Street car park, which has two blue badge parking bays, opposite the accessible entrance.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 175
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
