Welcome to the website of the
VECTIS ARCHAEOLOGICAL TRUST (VAT)
Registered Charity No. 1174499
The 'Vectis Archaeological Trust' is a descendant of
The 'Isle of Wight Archaeological Committee' (IWAC).
Events
“Tudors on Tour” – Tracy Borman
Medina Theatre
The drama. The scandal. The dynasty. The Tudors like you've never seen them before.
The Tudors are big box office – and it’s
easy to see why. With larger-than-life monarchs, gripping court intrigue, epic battles, forbidden love, and more than a few
beheadings, no other royal dynasty captures the imagination quite like this one.
Now, in Tudors on Tour, historian and broadcaster
Tracy Borman OBE, Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces and one of the UK’s most trusted voices on Tudor history, brings the
secrets of this iconic royal family to the stage in a thrilling, theatrical experience.
From Henry VIII’s six wives to Elizabeth
I’s private world… from Shakespeare and spies to scandals behind the palace walls… this is the real Tudors, revealed in all their
glory, filth, glamour and gore.
Using stunning visuals, props, costume, film and music, this is far more than a history lecture,
it’s a live show with spectacle, taking audiences behind closed doors to uncover the truth about the dynasty that changed England
forever.
Perfect for GCSE and A Level history students, Tudors on Tour offers a unique chance to see the real stories behind the
exam topics come vividly to life. Whether you’re revising Henry VIII’s break from Rome, exploring Elizabethan England, or trying to
remember who married who (and why it all went so wrong), this immersive show makes the Tudors unforgettable. Expect insights you
won’t find in textbooks, vivid visuals that bring the past to life, and plenty of surprising facts to impress your parents and
teachers.
Familiar stories told afresh, like the truth behind the ‘Virgin Queen’.
Shocking secrets, from Henry VIII’s hygiene
habits to Elizabeth’s court astrologer-turned-spy who was the Tudor James Bond.
A bold, unforgettable journey through the private
lives of kings and queens who defined an era.
Whether you’re a history buff, a theatre lover or just Tudor-curious – Tudors on
Tour is the must-see show that pulls back the velvet curtain on the most dramatic royal family in British history.
Strong public interest in Tudor history, thanks to endless documentaries, dramas, and bestselling books.
A well-known,
media-friendly presenter in Tracy Borman – an acclaimed historian with a loyal following.
Unique format that blends theatre,
history, and storytelling
High audience engagement potential across demographics schools, history lovers, culture seekers, and beyond. 7.30pm Medina Theatre, Fairlee Road, Newport PO30 2EW
Tickets: £28.50 – book via Tracey Borman - Tudors on Tour
VAT Library
The VAT library is under construction, with many books already available and new
ones being added on a regular basis.
Our intention is to put in place a research resource covering all aspects of archaeology/
history with a strong emphasis on
the Island’s heritage. We have a collection of hardcopy books and electronically stored books on DVD. As well as our
library, you will find further research material in the link below.
Vectis Archaeological Trust and the Friends of Brading Roman Villa would like to thank the many people who have donated
books to the combined libraries.
In particular:
David Reeves.
Robert Pitts.
Bryn Walters.
From the estates of:
Marten Harris
John Hamblin
Eric Jackson Hignett.
Mark Corney.
(Time Team)
Anthony Beeson.
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