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Kett's Rebellion was the most serious outbreak of unrest during the reign of Edward VI in 1549.
What was the reason for these revolts in the 1540s and why did Robert Kett, a wealthy yeoman farmer and tanner, become the leader of this rebellion? This display will help to answer these questions.
You will discover the background of Wymondham's most famous inhabitant and his family and why he felt compelled to take up the cause of the local rebels.
The display also describes the sequence of events during the rebellion from its beginning following a minor disturbance in Attleborough, through its successes that culminated with the fall of Norwich and its ultimate failure.
Also included in the display are copies of the original indictments from the trial of Robert and his brother William. From these, you will discover the crimes that they were accused of, how they were treated while imprisoned in the Tower of London and their fate after being found guilty.
