1218 Simon’s namesake father had gained fame throughout Europe for his ruthless suppression of the Cathars during the Albigensian Crusade. […]
The third son
1208 Simon de Montfort was described as “tall in body and handsome in face.” He was also said to have […]
The simple king
1207 Stout and florid in later life, no doubt from a love of good wine, the one physical feature of […]
Simon and Henry
Next door to the cathedral is the Palace of Westminster with its iconic clock tower. It’s home to the houses […]
The true visionary
The Westminster Abbey we know today was the vision of King Henry III. A fickle man of unsteady purpose, Henry […]