Punishments

Most people did not travel in Tudor England, anyone who did was often treated with suspicion. Travelling actors had to have a license, otherwise they would be breaking the law.

Stealing was considered a serious Tudor crime, and people could be punished just for stealing a bird’s egg. Stealing even a small amount of money could mean the death penalty.

In Tudor times, there were no police, and crime was widespread. However, punishments were harsh, in the belief that it would stop others from committing the same crime.

Public executions were extremely popular and people would wait for hours to watch them, often taking their children with them.