Learning about Local English Reformation in St Albans Abbey

A Level History students consolidate their knowledge of the reformation in St Albans Abbey

On the 9th of May 2024, our A-Level History class went to St Albans Cathedral to learn about its historical importance during the Tudor period, which is what we are currently studying. Upon arrival, we met Judy who gave us a tour around the Cathedral and gave us further information on the Reformation and the impact it had locally. She was very enthusiastic and answered all of our questions with great knowledge. It was very interesting to learn how Henry VIII’s break from Rome impacted the nation and our local area and it put its vast scale into perspective. The highlight for me was the wall paintings. The cathedral had used laser technology to showcase their original colours which had been destroyed during the dissolution of monasteries.

Ruby C