Please click on the month you are interested in or scroll down to see what's on at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park.
Car Park £2.50
May 2012.....June 2012.....July 2012.....August 2012.....September 2012.....October 2012.....November 2012.....December 2012
'Richard III and Bosworth Battlefield - you've seen the films, read the books, now walk in their footsteps!'
A 1 1/4 mile (2km) walk with one of Bosworth's knowledgeable and experienced guides, bringing the events of the Battle of Bosworth to life. Click on the month above to see more details.
A free exhibition exploring the life and prolific work of artist John Flower who provided us with an unparalleled visual record of early 19th Century Leicestershire. Includes views of Leicester’s Blue Boar Inn and Bow Bridge with their strong associations with Richard III.
Running from Friday 2nd March to Friday 31st August 2012. For further details please ring 01455 290429.
Hands on Hawks Interactive Falconry displays are held at Battlefield Centre throughout the year, the displays require no booking just turn up and pay on the day.
For further details of Gift Vouchers and Events please contact Hawkwise Falconry. See Hawkwise on Facebook.
Telephone 01455 293341 email hawkwise.falconry@yahoo.co.uk
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Saturday 19th May. 2.00 pm
Sundays 20th and 27th May. 11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
We hold interactive Falconry displays at Bosworth throughout the year. Our popular Falconry Displays require no booking just turn up and pay on the day. With opportunities to handle the birds be sure to bring a camera.
Sunday 27th May.
Adults £2.50 Child £1.50 Sessions throughout the day. Please ring for times 01455 293341.
Surround yourself with mystery and intrigue as Bosworth’s re-enactors bring to life the history of the Knights Templar. Hear stories of chivalry and treachery from knights afresh from the crusades.
Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th May. 11.00 am to 3.30 pm
Adults £2, Concs. £1, Family (2+2) £5. 01455 290429
Get to know your Buzzards from your Kestrels in this interactive talk with our Birds on display.
Tea/coffee on arrival included. Indoor event.
Wednesday 23rd May 7.00pm to 8.30pm Booking essential on 01455 290429.
£3.50.
A must for Owl Fans! An Owls only display with plenty of handling and flying opportunities.
Saturday 26th May 2.15pm No booking required just turn up and pay on the day.
Adults £2.50 Child £1.50
For more information ring 01455 293341
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Saturdays 2nd, 16th and 30th June. 2.00 pm
Sundays 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th June. 11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Monday 4th June.11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Tuesday 5th June.11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
Plenty of hands on fun with our feathered friends in this just for kid’s session.
Monday 4th June.11.00 am to 1.00 pm
£20 Booking essential 01455 293341
An opportunity to meet and handle two of our Birds of Prey and fly them to your fist. Plenty of photo opportunities. Sessions through the day.
Thursday 7th, Friday 8th and Sunday 10th June. Sessions throughout the day.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50
A unique opportunity to fly our Owls at night. Plenty of handling opportunities throughout the session.
Tuesday 5th June 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. Booking essential 01455 293341
Children and adults alike can enjoy the magic and mystery behind the history of Bosworth Battlefield in this fascinating walk led by costumed guides in full character.
Wednesday 6th June. 2.00 p.m. 1.5 hours.Suitable for under 9s accompanied by an adult.
Adults £4, Concs £3. For more information please ring 01455 290429.
Experienced walkers with a penchant for history can join our expert guides and enjoy Bosworth Battlefield’s extended 7.5 mile (12k) walk. Providing all aspects of the environment surrounding this pivotal battle of the Wars of the Roses. No dogs. Please provide your own lunch and refreshments. For experienced walkers over 12 years only.
Sunday 10th June 9.30 am till 5.00 pm.
Adults £15, Concs. £10. Pre-booking essential on 01455 290429.
Thursday 21st June 7.00pm.
Adults £12, Concs. £10. Pre-booking essential on 01455 290429.
Open Air Performance of Shakespeare's Richard III by the highly acclaimed Festival Players Theatre Company.
Friday 22 June 2012 at 7.00 pm
Tickets: Adults £15.00; Concessions (Seniors and Students) £13.00; Children £9.00
Please feel free to bring a picnic and your own seating..
Car Parks & Arena open from 5.30pm with performance at 7.00pm
The Tithe Barn Restaurant will be open from 5.30pm to 8.30pm for Hot & Cold Drinks, Snacks and a full Bar, including the interval.
To book your tickets please call our ticket office on 01455 290429
A 2 hour group session for adult’s .Handling and flying our Birds of Prey. Gift Voucher available.
Saturday 23rd June. 10.30am to 12.30pm
Adults £25 Booking essential 01455 293341
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th July. 11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Saturday 14th July. 2.00 pm
Wednesdays 18th and 25th 11.00am. Join our Guide in full costume, suitable for all ages.
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
A Must for Owl Fans! An Owl only display with plenty of handling and flying opportunities.
Saturday 7th, Thursday 19th and Monday 30th July. 2.15pm.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50. Booking essential 01455 29
An opportunity to meet and handle two of our Birds of Prey and fly them to your fist. Plenty of photo opportunities. Sessions through the day.
Tuesdays 17th, 24th and 31st,
Wednesday 18th, Friday 20th, Saturday 21st, Thursday 26th June.. Sessions throughout the day.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50
A unique opportunity to fly a Hawk to your gloved fist on a walk around Bosworth Battlefield.
Thursday 19th and Monday 30th July. 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50.Booking essential 01455 293341
A group opportunity to photograph Birds of Prey both static and flying. Please note there is no tuition on this taster session. Gift Voucher available.
Saturday 22nd July. 11.00am to 1.30pm.
£35. Booking essential 01455 293341
Find out why are Owls silent in flight. Dissect an owl pellet. Owl handling and flying included with educational handouts provided. It’s like learning but fun!
Monday 23rd July. 1.00pm to 3.00pm
£5 per Child with one accompanying Adult free. Booking essential 01455 293341
Children and adults alike can enjoy the magic and mystery behind the history of Bosworth Battlefield in this fascinating walk led by costumed guides in full character.
Wednesday 25th July. 2.00 p.m. 1.5 hours.Suitable for under 9s accompanied by an adult.
Adults £4, Concs £3. For more information please ring 01455 290429.
A unique opportunity to fly our Owls at night. Plenty of handling opportunities throughout the session.
Wednesday 25th July. 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. Booking essential 01455 293341
Plenty of hands on fun with our feathered friends in this just for kid’s session.
Saturday 28th July.11.00 am to 1.00 pm
£20 Booking essential 01455 293341
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 5th, 12th and 26th and Monday 27th August. 11.00 am and 2.00 pm
Saturdays 4th and 25th August. 2.00 pm
Wednesday 22nd August 11.30 am
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
A Must for Owl Fans! An Owl only display with plenty of handling and flying opportunities.
Wednesday 8th August. 2.15pm.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50. Booking essential 01455 29
A unique opportunity to fly a Hawk to your gloved fist on a walk around Bosworth Battlefield.
Wednesday 8th August. 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50.Booking essential 01455 293341
An opportunity to meet and handle two of our Birds of Prey and fly them to your fist. Plenty of photo opportunities. Sessions through the day.
Thursday 9th, Saturday 11th to Thursday 16th, Tuesday 21st and Friday 24th August. Sessions throughout the day.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50
Find out why are Owls silent in flight. Dissect an owl pellet. Owl handling and flying included with educational handouts provided. It’s like learning but fun!
Friday 10th August 1.00pm to 3.00pm
£5 per Child with one accompanying Adult free. Booking essential 01455 293341
Friday 10th August 7.00pm.
Adults £12, Concs. £10. Pre-booking essential on 01455 290429.
Bosworth Battlefield will bring the drama and excitement of a medieval battle to life in a spectacular re-enactment to mark the 527th anniversary of the Battle of Bosworth on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th of August 2012.
Hundreds of medieval re-enactors from The Wars of the Roses Federation will bring history to life as Kings, knights, archers and soldiers come face to face to recreate this decisive and bloody battle that saw the death of King Richard III and the birth of the all powerful Tudor Dynasty
Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th August. Click here for more details
A unique opportunity to fly our Owls at night. Plenty of handling opportunities throughout the session.
Saturday 25th August. 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. Booking essential 01455 293341
Plenty of hands on fun with our feathered friends in this just for kid’s session.
Monday 27th August.11.00 am to 1.00 pm
£20 Booking essential 01455 293341
An opportunity to meet and handle two of our Birds of Prey and fly them to your fist. Plenty of photo opportunities. Sessions through the day.
Saturday 1st, Sunday 2nd and Sunday 16th September. Sessions throughout the day.
Adults £2.50, Children £1.50
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd September. 11.00am and 2.00pm
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th September. 11.00am and 2.00pm
Saturdays 8th and 22nd September. 2.00 pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
Experienced walkers with a penchant for history can join our expert guides and enjoy Bosworth Battlefield’s extended 7.5 mile (12k) walk. Providing all aspects of the environment surrounding this pivotal battle of the Wars of the Roses. No dogs. Please provide your own lunch and refreshments. For experienced walkers over 12 years only.
Sunday 2nd September 9.30 am till 5.00 pm.
Adults £15, Concs. £10. Pre-booking essential on 01455 290429.
A 2 hour group session for adult’s .Handling and flying our Birds of Prey. Gift Voucher available.
Sunday 2nd September 10.30am to 12.30pm
Adults £25 Booking essential 01455 293341
A group opportunity to photograph Birds of Prey both static and flying. Please note there is no tuition on this taster session. Gift Voucher available.
Saturday 15th September. 11.00am to 1.30pm.
£35. Booking essential 01455 293341
A unique opportunity to fly our Owls at night. Plenty of handling opportunities throughout the session.
Saturday 29th September. 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. Booking essential 01455 293341
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October. 11.00am and 2.00pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
Follow in the footsteps fo Richard III's army as you take a torchlit walk with a guide. On your return will you be brave enough to fly the witch's owl?
Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th October. 7.00pm. Limited spaces so pre-booking is essential 01455 290429
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th November. 11.00am and 2.00pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
A 2km (1.25 mile) guided walk exploring the Battle of Bosworth, the death of King Richard III and the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor.
Sundays 2nd and 9th December. 11.00am and 2.00pm
Adults £4, Concs. £3, Family Tickets Available. Please ring for further details 01455 290429.
