Eleanor: A 200-Mile Walk in Search of England's Lost Queen, by Alice Loxton

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In 1290, England mourned the death of a queen, Eleanor of Castile, beloved wife of King Edward I. Her body was carried on a 200-mile journey from Lincoln to London, a solemn procession that would become immortalized in stone. To mark the places where her cortege rested, a heartbroken Edward commissioned twelve magnificent Eleanor Crosses.

More than seven centuries later, bestselling historian Alice Loxton set herself an epic challenge: following in history’s footsteps by walking the entire 200-mile funeral route on the corresponding dates.

As Alice journeys in search of England’s forgotten Queen, over ancient paths and modern motorways, history comes alive in surprising ways. Lively and entertaining, Eleanor uncovers the extraordinary life and formidable character of this lesser-known royal, revealing her inspiring legacy and the hidden history of Britain.

‘Captivating . . . Eleanor is a reminder of the beauty and intrigue all around us on this storied island’ – Luke Sherlock, bestselling author of Forgotten Churches

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About the author

Alice Loxton is a history presenter and author with over three million followers on social media (@history_alice), where she educates on British history, heritage and art. Her latest book, “Eighteen: A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives”, was a Sunday Times bestseller and Blackwell’s Book of the Year 2024. She has worked with many organisations to bring history to new audiences, including 10 Downing Street, The National Trust, The Royal Academy, English Heritage, The National Gallery, Tate, The King’s Foundation, BBC, ITV, and Microsoft. She writes about history for publications such as The Times, Telegraph and Spectator. Alice is an ambassador for the National Trust, a mentor for The King’s Foundation 35 Under 35 Network, and a patron of The British Pilgrimage Trust.  Follow Alice on Twitter @history_alice and Bluesky @historyalice.bsky.social