The 3 Matildas and Step Into the Turbulent Birth of Dover College
Get ready for an immersive journey into one of the most dramatic and influential chapters in English history — a story rooted right here at Dover College.
This is not a lecture. It’s a live dive into the past, uncovering the secrets, power struggles, and extraordinary women who shaped the world around the Priory.
Discover the Untold Connections
- Who exactly was King Stephen, and why does his name echo through our gardens?
- What surprising link ties Dover College to the Bayeux Tapestry?
- How did the Priory and the Castle become intertwined in a battle for power?
- And how did Dover help bring an end to England’s bloodiest civil war?
We all know 1066 — but what followed was even more gripping. This event brings to life the chaos, courage, and conflict that defined the era after the Norman Conquest, revealing Dover’s pivotal role in shaping the nation.
Travel Back With Us
Join us as we peel back the centuries and welcome you into a world of rival queens, shifting loyalties, and the foundations of what would become Dover College.
Event Dates: Wednesday 17th & Thursday 18th June 2026
Tickets: Will be released soon
Venue: Dover College Effingham Crescent, Dover, Kent, United Kingdom, CT17 9RH
For more details, contact Ritchie Wilkinson, Head of Creative Digital Media
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