It is announced that Queen Elizabeth is to visit Kenilworth, the Earl of Leicester's castle. Leicester is a favourite of the Queen, but now has a new bride, Amelia Robsart, with whom he is in love.
Queen Elizabeth will be visiting Kenilworth Castle, the residence of the Earl of Leicester. The Earl is a close friend of the Queen, but his affections are now directed towards his new bride, Amelia Robsart.