Welcome to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park
Visiting Bosworth
Interactive Exhibition Galleries
- April to October 10am to 5pm and November to March 10am to 4pm. Last entry an hour before the exhibition closes.
Journey through medieval England and discover the horrors of medieval warfare and how the Battle of Bosworth unfolded. Follow the fortunes of four characters: John the Archer, Colette the mercenary's wife, Alice the child & Lord Thomas Stanley and hear their stories during this turbulent time.
The exhibition and gift shop will be closed from Wednesday 24th December, re-opening to the public on Monday 19th January 2026.
1485 Tithe Barn Café
- Open Monday to Friday 10.00am to 3.00pm. Saturdays and Sundays 10.00am to 4.00pm. Kitchen closes at 2.00pm, so no hot food after this time. Drinks and snacks/cakes still available until closing.
- 01455 291048
A licensed café serving a selection of delicious cakes, sandwiches, coffees and teas.
Christmas and New Year opening times - the café will be open from Christmas Eve to New Years Day, with the exception of Christmas Day when it is closed. Opening and closing times will vary and the café will be offering a reduced menu. Please call 01455 291048 for daily opening and closing times during the festive period.
The Bosworth Discovery Zone and Family Fun
- Call 01455 290429.
- A free space for families and young children to play and learn indoors and outdoors.
A perfect choice for an organised family day out including guided walks, trails, the exhibition (with activities for children), the 1485 Tithe Barn cafe and the Bosworth Discovery Zone.
Read more about 'The Bosworth Discovery Zone and Family Fun'What's on at Bosworth
The Archaeology of Bosworth – Guide Talk
- Sunday 1st February, 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Discover how archaeological finds have helped shape the story we tell about this famous historic battle and get hands on with a range of artefacts discovered during the search for the Battlefield in this exciting session with our curator!
The Women who Influenced Henry VI – Guide Talk
- Sunday 8th February, 1:30pm to 2:30pm
The life of Henry VI is often viewed through the eyes of the powerful men who ruled on his behalf and continued to vie for power and influence throughout his troubled life. But what about the women in his life?
A Pembroke! A Pembroke! – Guide Talk
- Sunday 15th February, 1:30pm to 2:30pm
During the Wars of the Roses, two Earls of Pembroke played crucial roles in the dynastic battles between the houses of York and Lancaster. Discover more about these two remarkable men, along with some other famous holders of the title.
Guided Walks
- Saturday 21st February to Sunday 22nd February, 11:30am to 1pm
Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a fascinating historical walk around our beautiful country park.
The Houses of Woodville and Grey – Guide Talk
- Sunday 22nd February, 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Uncover the rise to power of two prominent families during the Wars of the Roses: the Houses of Woodville and Grey.
Guided Walks
- Saturday 28th February to Sunday 1st March, 11:30am to 1pm
Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a fascinating historical walk around our beautiful country park.
Experiences for all the family
If you are organising a day out with youngsters then a trip the Bosworth Heritage Centre is the perfect choice, as there are a range of activities including:
Family friendly guided walks, children’s trails, the exhibition (with activities for all the family), the 1485 Tithe Barn cafe, a wide range of talks, events and activities and the Bosworth Discovery Zone, a FREE space for families with young children.
Guided walks
Throughout the year our amazing team of Battlefield Guides delivers engaging guided walks around our 2km Battlefield Trail, explaining the Wars of the Roses, the Battle of Bosworth (with a recreation!), the death of King Richard III, the unlikely victory of Henry Tudor and what happened next.
Group visits
With ample coach parking and a number of exciting activities to choose from, the Battlefield centre is a great day out for your group. Our friendly bookings team can create an itinerary around visiting the exhibition, a guided walk, lunch or afternoon tea in the 1485 Tithe Barn cafe and maybe fit in some living history too!
School visits to Bosworth
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre offers an excellent choice of high standard learning experiences for KS1 to undergraduates. Exploring the battle of Bosworth and its historical context, we also throw in physics, archaeology and the Roman Empire into the mix!
Commemorating the Battle of Bosworth
We commemorate the Battle and those who fought in it throughout the year.
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