King Richards story is nothing but fascinating. He was the last king of England to fall in battle and the first to have his DNA examined. The story of King Richard is an epic tale filled with drama, war and betrayal – his death also marked the end of the middle ages in England.

There is so much about King Richard the 3rds history for us to get lost in – so much that there is an entire centre dedicated to him and his impact on England’s history. The centre allows you to journey back in time and unravel the plot lines, birthrights, and familial ties that came together to form the intricate life of King Richard III.

Keep on reading and discover what mediaeval murder, intrigue, and mayhem the centre reveals.

The Wars of The Roses

The Wars of The Roses took place during the mid-to-late fifteenth century from the echos of Hundred Years’ War. The two key sides of the Wars of The Roses conflict was betweer supporters of the House of Plantagenet: Lancaster and York.

As you explore the truth surrounding the Wars of the Roses, you’ll learn more about what events took place, how Richard rose to power and decide for yourself what really happened.

Mind-blowing Discoveries

Fast forward 500 years to a parking lot in Leicester’s city centre, where they found astonishing evidence which led to King Richard III’s long-lost remains being recovered.

The Visitor Centre no only does into detail into what lead to the discovery and verification of lost monarch, but they also outlay the history and rumours behind his death and mysterious disappearance. Although the remains were reinterred in Leicester Cathedral, you can easily visit them as it is only 100 steps away from the centre

As a farewell tribute to England’s last warrior king, you can visit the same location where King Richard III went undiscovered for so long…

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