Battle of Bosworth, Richard III and the Battlefield Line

Journey through medieval England to discover the history behind the War of the Roses and the infamous battle between Henry Tudor and Richard III. Step into the Battle of Bosworth and the year 1485 with a fascinating visit to the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, where we discover all the grisly details of medieval warfare. We also visit the King Richard III Visitor Centre and travel back in time to uncover the facts about the War of the Roses and the mayhem and murder surrounding the King’s life and death. With a nostalgic train ride through rural England on the Battlefield Line Railway also included, this is your chance to take a seat on a three-day historic adventure!Day 1
From a morning pick up in your local area we travel by coach to the heart of England and the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, located near the lovely village of Sutton Cheney. In this hands-on experience, learn about the Battle of Bosworth, the art of medieval warfare and how the fateful battle unfolded. Later we check into our hotel, arriving in time to enjoy dinner and our first night's stay.

Day 2
Today we visit the Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester and find out about the life of Richard III through cutting-edge interactives and immersive storytelling. Learn about his childhood and family, with close inspection of how the Duke of Gloucester became King of England, to his eventual death on the battlefield (the last man standing) and the discovery of his body and reburial of his remains. Afterwards, we enjoy some free time in Leicester, before the coach takes us back to our hotel in time for dinner.

Day 3
Following breakfast at the hotel, we check out and make our way to the pretty town of Market Bosworth, close to Bosworth Field where the famous battle between Henry Tudor and Richard III took place. Worth a visit during our stop here is the White Boar Inn, where Richard III spent the night before the Battle of Bosworth. Afterward, we enjoy a nostalgic heritage train ride on the Battlefield Line from Shackerstone to Shenton, a journey of five miles. In the afternoon we rejoin the coach for our journey home.

Coach Bullets
- Return coach travel- 2 nights at the Bosworth Hall Hotel, near Market Bosworth (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast- 2 for 1 bar (for 3 hours every evening) on selected drinks- En-route visit to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre- Excursions to Richard III Visitor Centre & Leicester- Free time in Market Bosworth- Heritage train journey on the Battlefield Line Railway

Search Bullets
- 2 nights at the Bosworth Hall Hotel, near Market Bosworth (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast- 2 for 1 bar (for 3 hours every evening) on selected drinks- En-route visit to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre- Excursions to Richard III Visitor Centre & Leicester- Free time in Market Bosworth- Heritage train journey on the Battlefield Line Railway

Description
Journey through medieval England to discover the history behind the War of the Roses and the infamous battle between Henry Tudor and Richard III. Step into the Battle of Bosworth and the year 1485 with a fascinating visit to the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, where we discover all the grisly details of medieval warfare. We also visit the King Richard III Visitor Centre and travel back in time to uncover the facts about the War of the Roses and the mayhem and murder surrounding the King's life and death. With a nostalgic train ride through rural England on the Battlefield Line Railway also included, this is your chance to take a seat on a three-day historic adventure!Bosworth Hall Hotel
TheBosworth Hall Hotelis situated in the heart of the Leicestershire countryside, approximately half a mile from Market Bosworth. Set in 11 acres of landscaped gardens, this 17th-century mansion still boasts original features including an oak-panelled main hall with a Tudor stone fireplace. Hotel facilities include a bar, restaurant and leisure club with indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym (small charge applies).

Hotels
• Britannia Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa (Market Bosworth) - View Information