The Beautiful Prioress | Tall Tales from History #2

In this new series, join characters from history as they recount tall tales from medieval England.
This week, hear the story of a beautiful but cunning prioress who played a mischievous game with her three besotted admirers.
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[@BELCAN57]

"For this story you will need......"

[@piousaugustus84]

Not gonna lie. I was expecting that lmao.

[@c.s.7266]

🤣👏👏

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

"Oh, THERE you are!" is close enough. ;-) :-D

[@dr.lexwinter8604]

I took a university course that required a *glue stick.* I immediately made an appointment with the head of school and protested so vehemently he gave me 'advanced standing' so I didn't have to do it. It was some stupid mandatory core unit for part of my combined law degree (LL.B / Bachelor of Comm Sciences, they were so poor in communicating the school of communications forced us to select 'majors' (something you cannot do in a combined law degree) - they were truly, truly brainless.) and I was paying $2k per unit for that nonsense. I get that most universities are just people smuggling operations for rich Chinese businessmans kids these days (51% of my alma maters assets were in China even in 2003) but you'd think they'd PRETEND to be an academic institution, not day care.

[@ebany2244]

A good sense a humor!

[@mpascua739]

When you have to do all the peeling since Marianne isn't alive yet.

[@tousenkaname231]

🤣🤣😭

[@AiR_Wreckka63]

Dead

[@picantesworld7723]

😂😂😂😂

[@thescriptpinas]

ROFLMAO

[@michelle1794]

I'M CRACKING UP LMAAO

[@ItGirlCaliiopx]

Mrs Crocombe having an identity crisis 2 months after Lord Braybroke implemented quarantine at Audley End:

[@melissasaint3283]

😂😂😂

[@chiaraa2983]

gosh this comment is SOOOO underrated! :D

[@sssinfullyyours]

Hahahahhhahahahaha

[@aslevillalino5320]

I'm wheeezziiinnnggg 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sanshirada1119]

ahahahahahahahahahahaha

[@Pantagrumiel2193]

That prioress is throwing shades as if she were a Victorian chef

[@spools.i1311]

Unless..?

[@thtotaku]

Named like a a type of cookie.

[@DustinTheHuman]

Well, she is indeed MRS CROCOMBE

[@veronicaave4787]

Lmaooo omg 🤣🤣🤣

[@pahanjayasooriya2513]

Hmmm I know someone like that

[@SuperRajat1984]

Ms Crocombe has another skill set: time travel back further

[@Icabobify]

You know....this actually explains alot about her...

[@doornik1142]

Timelord Mrs. Crocombe confirmed.

[@JustSchramme]

How else could she have received and sent those packages to Townsends? :D

[@tomwalker5280]

Sic mundus creatus est!

[@val_nightlily]

This is Mrs. Crocombe's great-great-great-great-etc.-grandmother.

[@miguelluis483]

"Lady Braybrook, I don't want to bother you, but Mrs. Crocombe is talking to herself in the forest again."

[@GuilhermeAugustostanko]

OMFG I'M DYING

[@noyoucantnoicantnowecantsostop]

But isn't she keep talking to herself in the kitchen too

[@maiasmith3996]

IM DYING😂😂😂

[@WhatsCookingAtMomsKitchen]

Ha ha ha ha ha! All I can do is laugh my hearts out! OMG!

[@pahanjayasooriya2513]

She's not talking to her self she's telling the tale to the person who brought the walnuts.

[@thebratqueen]

I think we're all underselling how Mrs Crocombe's ancestor is strong enough to crack walnuts with her bare hands. Respect.

[@Raskolnikov70]

Mrs Crocombe doesn't need to crack walnuts. She stares at them disappointedly and they crack themselves out of shame.

[@violetbrown2372]

It's fashionable these days for the kitchen staff crack walnuts with their bare hands.

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Now the only question remaining is if Mrs. Crocombe can time travel, or if we have Blackadder situation on our hands, where, no matter at which point in history you look, you will always find an Avis Crocombe.

[@TheInfinitySystem]

We vote for the latter.

[@MiniDriver066]

A cunning plan...

[@ybunnygurl]

I rather enjoy the idea of the ladder.

[@bvillebikelady3651]

She's really a time lord. The Doctor is not alone!

[@TheRanaro]

Kathy Hipperson is one AWESOME storyteller.

[@Jane-gt6ef]

She certainly is!

[@Sunshine-zm1fx]

She truly is! I was swept right into the story and could not wait to hear what was going to happen next!

[@user-cr7mm8ol1f]

There are so many hidden treasures in the world. I have NO idea why I clicked on that butter making video a few years ago, but I'm so glad that I did! :)

[@Jerry-hp5sf]

“Sylvia has already prepared the Walnuts...”

[@skygiu]

of course she has!

[@TheInfinitySystem]

Was literally thinking the same thing.

[@jessicalubien5424]

🤣😂

[@SpoopySpoops]

what did Mary Ann do

[@giothestarmaster9376]

lord and lady braybrooke said she needed a day off so this is what she does on her day off

[@Inkydog]

Petition to make Mrs Crocombe the new doctor? I think so.

[@julierauthshaw8556]

That would definitely work.

[@jessicinderwitch6371]

She would be brilliant!!

[@BeagleLove13]

She would be fabulous.

[@juliestevens6931]

I might start watching Dr. Who for real.

[@kirklurkpu4470]

For this recipe, you will need : ㄒ|爪乇 ㄒ尺卂ᐯ乇ㄥ

[@SongWriterGirlxoxo]

Lol

[@yuriang_8050]

Is this Japanese?

[@yuriang_8050]

The font

[@whatthefuck8401]

@@yuriang_8050 I used Chinese

[@annetteandhercrafts]

Kathy has done and excellent job with this story telling. Quite enjoyable.

[@damned0guy]

@Suffered Person the actress.

[@annetteandhercrafts]

@Suffered Person Kathy Hipperson is the actress that plays Mrs Crocombe.

[@rossyr4719]

cucumber🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Gaos031]

@Hm? Ok. Cucumber HAHAHAHAH

[@howchildish]

Mrs Crocombe is the new Doctor confirmed.

[@ojnab85]

I am intrigued.

[@RevanBC]

Not black enough

[@Evanarix]

How cool would that be?

[@octowuss1888]

Her acting is too good.

[@NoliMeTangere1163]

Kathy Hipperson is amazing and literally has the best job in the world. Acting and intense historical study, I wish I would have thought of that path. She brings these characters to life so well.

[@sid2112]

Never too late to start, Mrs. McNiff!

[@bethanysitch9277]

I’m gonna imagine mrs crocombe is pissed on sherry and wandered into the woods at audley end

[@brendawhitehead7575]

Mrs. Crocrombe's medieval ancestor is just as fiery as she!

[@noyoucantnoicantnowecantsostop]

*fiery as her shading

[@TrendingDiva]

Mrs. Crocombe has the most interesting ancestors.

[@theasianpianoboy6750]

This isn't a relative, Mrs Crocombe unlocked the secret of immortality at around 5 A.D.

[@sushichow4442]

I seriously like this woman and her acting skills... She looks so strict, too intelligent and shady while she performs Mrs. Crocrombe but here... Her personality is bubbly and cheerful😄👍❤

[@khills]

And she's just the nicest person when you meet her, too. Kathy's really lovely.

[@VeryCherryCherry]

Vain? I wouldn't call Mrs Crocombe vain.

[@elifonem6822]

Don't care if it's a story or recipe... I'll watch mrs crocombe until I die lol

[@lula_bennett_music_fan]

I’m from Japan and this story has some similarities to “The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter” also known as “The Tale of Princess Kaguya”, a Japanese monogatari (fictional prose narrative) containing Japanese folklore. This story you’re telling is very interesting.

[@Penguren]

Yes it’s similar to princess kaguya 😀

[@KairuHakubi]

i had no idea. I've always heard about that, but assumed it was closer to a Thumbelina or Momotaro kind of story.

[@danrose7078]

Mrs. Crocombe thinks she has us all fooled. We know you're an immortal being.

[@helenel4126]

Next, Mrs Crocombe will bake a walnut cake.

[@TheSinisterTiki]

Give Mrs. Crocombe her walnuts already 😂

[@domo2637]

Mary Anne must be off sick if Mrs Crocombes had to recruit us...

[@raphaelsylla876]

I felt like a 7 year old kid again while listening and watching to Kathy. She is on another level and never had I set my eyes on history until I saw her portray Mrs Crocombe.

[@WrathOfNolla]

The prioress may be beautiful, but the storyteller is quite the stunner herself :-)

[@almasandiegofernando3538]

Mrs. Crocombe drank too much brandy

[@misty7777]

Yeah I think so too

[@micheall1127]

HAHAHAH

[@cookingwithri9108]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 so true it was just a drizzle

[@maiasmith3996]

😂

[@elle-izalogan9372]

I have seen Kathy Hipperson in clothes from the La Tène period to modern garments and in many different roles and personas, and every single one of them is just gorgeous and amazing. I know that she is mostly known for Mrs. Crocombe here on KZbin, but I hope that many people see beyond that one single (and lovely) role.

[@aldeywahyuputra5719]

Plot twist: This is Mrs Crocombe’s ancestor, dressing up as a common peasant but actually the prioress herself.

[@MultiCzar123]

When she started telling the story I snuggled into a blanket and listened like an 8 yr. old

[@Ewonder78]

"Ah there you are Sylvia, telling crazy medieval stories in the wood again? No wonder you are always late with the walnuts"

[@VexerZ20]

So in the end. It's basically blackmailing in the medieval era. Cool

[@advanceringnewholder]

Or, Simping

[@nikkimirhosseyni9535]

When the prioress gave the pastor his task, my jaw DROPPED. I think she dropped this: 👑

[@paultannenberg4432]

She has a great story telling voice.

[@SteelCurious]

This storyteller is attractive in whatever she wears

[@fenlandwildlifeclips]

I’d love to see a “behind the scenes video” showing how you film these.

[@givememore4free]

It's probably definitely not as exciting as you think it would be. I'm sure you probably get entertained by watching paint dry, but that would probably be more exciting.

[@Twocryingkittens]

Mrs Crocombe must’ve found some interesting mushrooms

[@MsRandomRebel]

Timetravelling Mrs Crochombe. Proof that Mrs Crochombe is in fact Timelord.

[@blissgirl9052]

A face I trust and her storytelling is exactly the tonic I needed!

[@vallinsky56]

Ikr! got me hella hooked

[@denisplouffe514]

She is very versatile and her talent shows. I always love food and a great storyteller: She is both. She is a treasure to English Heritage and to us all.🇬🇧

[@eastcoastartist]

Such a gifted storyteller! Please, tell me another story. 📚

[@crazichickify]

So glad to see another part of the tall tale series pop up.

[@normanlee3236]

Maybe this character is Mrs crocombes several times great grandmother, working with food as well.

[@kiracraft3360]

You are such a wonderful story teller! I love how animated and dedicated you are

[@eddieboyky]

But we never got to see how those walnuts will be presented to the head table.

[@VulcanTrekkie45]

The prioress lived happily ever after with Sister Mary Catherine. Change my mind.

[@asalways1504]

Mrs.Crocombe's ancestor!

[@toxicperson8936]

The actress who plays this character, as well as Mrs Crocombe, is seriously one of the best actresses I’ve ever seen. Most things like this, educational stories that take in the past, the acting is usually cringy. However, SHE is the reason why we all love this channel so much. It’s incredible how she gives so much personality to these characters.

[@stefaniesombaty8980]

Mrs. Crocombe, on how you've changed! So great to see you doing other roles and showing your talent. Wonderful!

[@jilljenn1]

What did you do to Mrs Crocombe?!?! 😱🥺

[@joshq2669]

Finlay J They robbed her brandy

[@kellyetienne1391]

@@joshq2669 or forced her to drink the entire bottle

[@andresbecerra7751]

Katy is so talented, hope her work along with english heritage would receive more fame!

[@dianee5375]

For this story, you will need....

[@sherriemcwaters3195]

Love her. Very talented can’t wait to see if Ms. Crocombe tells another story 😊😊

[@bun04y]

Kathy is a wonderful story teller!

[@adelel6516]

I love this series! And the scenery is always so beautiful!

[@shanemikovich8113]

I love how these actors and actresses make you part of the scene. I dont know thus actresses name but i was entertained the whole time.

[@HugsXO]

@AND ANDREY ISN'T HERE AKA Mrs. Crocombe

[@HugsXO]

@AND ANDREY ISN'T HERE Your right, I misspoke. Thank you for correcting me. I wish you well.😊

[@djroguefireify]

That was very fun to listen to. Kinda nostalgic actually - reminds me of childhood and listening to kindly folk as they spun tales when there's nothing else to do. Can't wait for more!

[@sleepykat666]

She's such a great actor. She could say anything and I'd be compelled to watch her.

[@phoebekelley4291]

Storytime: How Ms Crocombe got rid of her simps (Not Clickbait)

[@hajnalkapukler8932]

I love this medieval music.♥️

[@KeybladeZinogre]

oh my... I did not know that Mrs Crocombe had a crippling alcohol addiction D:

[@atuljha6128]

Given all the recipes she shares, it's no surprise...

[@tgbluewolf]

Wait, where's the alcohol addiction...?

[@KJ-xx6xr]

This is the aftermath of Mr. Lincoln's punch she made.

[@karenmcpherson9221]

I really enjoyed this. Great new character and lovely series.

[@bels3873]

I don't want to tell Mrs Crocombe to get back in the kitchen... but... what's Mrs Crocombe doing OUT of the kitchen??

[@rnbrineg]

Gathering walnuts, obviously

[@MrFaceHead]

My father was a nun. When the judge asked him his occupation he said “nun”. (Blackadder)

[@dakotatwilight]

I loved this. She needs to time travel more often. I was in fits of glee at this story.

[@Camaika1997]

I love how she sneakily explains all the less common words. Very friendly for non native speakers, I very much enjoyed it!

[@abelaryan7796]

Kathy deserves to be England's spotlight in TV shows.

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

Charming and clever - most fitting of British humor.

[@kirasgirly]

Kathy Hipperson has done it again! Amazing! She's such a great interpreter.

[@januzzell8631]

Brilliantly told! Thank you very much for these - looking forward to #3

[@tousenkaname231]

😭 I can't believe I'm a 34yo ADULT listening to storytime before bed🛏

[@ALayne08]

I love the excitement in the telling of this old English tale. Also, much care was taken in the costume design and the setting was spot on. I see that our lady of the hour is multitalented, and I feel she still has some left at that, future clips will tell. Thank you for caring enough to go the extra mile. Bravo, bravo!

[@alejandramaldonado6123]

She's so talented. A great actress and a great story teller. I felt as if I was there.

[@Jpcrest4]

you can't fool us Mrs. Crocombe trying to escape your chores.. , better tell Mrs. Braybrooke 🤣🤣🤣

[@tinythechick]

Obviously this is an ancestor of Ms. Crocombe. Genius!

[@water9892]

More stories please!

[@corneliallawliet9682]

i wandered among KZbin's recommended section, swept up in videos i never knew existed but needed, and spent the night there. And stayed til morning.

[@Yvkichan]

This lady can do just anything, doesn't she? She is awesome...

[@bernardroth]

She's one of them time travelers. :)

[@andrewm8402]

Mrs crocombe is a timeless spiritual being

[@ronaldokonig8828]

the peasant woman with a noble heart who goes to the forest every day to collect firewood.

[@francesleones4973]

That prioress played those three suitors like a fiddle 😂 Props to Kathy Hipperson for giving such life and humor to this storytelling session.

[@sandrakennedy4877]

oh thank god I am not the only one who saw the amazing incredible cook. thank you for the role, it is wonderful to watch, and to show my children.

[@rachelball1174]

Kathy is a simply marvelous storyteller!

[@rosethompson8170]

Can we take a second to admire how devious the Prioress is tho?

[@TheLionTurtle]

Thank you for this. It calmed me when I had to do a tedious and overwhelming task.

[@wafran3396]

Ms Crocombe be like getting them walnuts for a pie.

[@m0zkiii]

this is so good please let us sit in the woods with kathy more i love being told stories

[@ryanchastainmaxey]

These videos make learning about English heritage just an absolute gem.

[@cokeacolafan100]

She has the range darling!

[@ginavallefuoco4428]

I am IN LOVE with this serie!!😍😍

[@IowaTrainGay]

Story time in the woods. What a needed break in the day this was! Thank you!

[@rdd02]

Mrs Crocombe's Bond Identity 🕵️‍♀️

[@LunaBloom99]

I am utterly enamoured with this story telling!

[@zonmisty1231]

What a plan What a set up That story was absolutely gold

[@zk7181]

I love this! I hope they continue this series

[@MelonRoulette]

I love everything about this video, especially the music. Idk why but it hits me really hard and really makes me feel like I was there listening to her in the past

[@CesarInTheBox]

This is simply amazing! Please, keep the stories coming. I love hearing them. They make life worth living.

[@violetbrown2372]

I'm getting to the point, I'd click to watch Kathy read the phone book.

[@jaynenunya6070]

This is an ace mood