Philip of Spain's Magnificent Journey to England - The Tudor Society

On this day in Tudor history, 20th July 1554, Prince Philip of Spain landed on English soil to marry Queen Mary I, having left Valladolid on 14th May. He did not travel light. 1000s of soldiers and men sailed with him, including a dancing master - yes, he had his priorities right - and his journey had been marked by processions, fireworks and artillery salutes. Let me take you behind the scenes of one of the most politically charged royal arrivals in English history.