The Tudors: England, 1485–1603: Henry VII And Royal Finance 💰 A-level History Learning & Revision

In this episode, we’ll examine King Henry VII's strategies to enhance England's wealth. We’ll explore his focus on ordinary revenue streams like customs duties and feudal dues, as well as extraordinary revenues through bonds and special taxes. We’ll discuss how he increased Crown lands using acts of resumption and attainders while avoiding generous land grants. Additionally, we’ll highlight his efforts to recover forgotten feudal dues through the Council Learned in Law and the role of the Surveyor of the King’s Wards. Finally, we’ll look at his preference for the Chamber system over the Exchequer and the establishment of the Court of Audit to improve fiscal oversight and monitor government spending.

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