Should you find yourself in Leicester later this month and at a loss of what to do after having finished the Richard III Trail and all its sights, there is a full day of Richard III-themed events to look forward to.
Jewry Wall in Leicester (photograph by D Preis)
When in Leicester, I can only recommend a visit to the Jewry Wall Museum, especially for the beautiful Roman mosaics. However, on 14 April 2013 in addition to its usual interesting displays, it will also be the setting for a “day of events and activities based around the life and times of King Richard III” under the title ‘Battle for the Crown’.
There will be demonstrations of 15th century warfare and weaponry, dramatic readings from Shakespeare and an exhibition about the Greyfrairs Dig (I am not sure whether this is in addition to the one at the Guildhall). At 14h00 Michael Morris will be talking about finding Richard’s remains.
According to local legend Richard III stayed the night before moving out to Bosworth at the White Boar Inn, which led the organizers to recreate what his final meal at the Inn might have been like.
We just hope for everyone concerned, organizers and visitors alike, that the weather will be also be in the mood for a party!
You can find more information here.
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