Bosworth Battlefield Guided Walks FAQs

Some Frequently Asked Questions to re-assure you that our Guided walks can still happen safely.

  1. When are you running guided walks?

Guided walks take place on a Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 11.30 am and 2.30 pm.

  1. How many people will there be on a guided walk 

The number of visitors on a guided walk will be a maximum of 30.

  1. How do I get to go on a guided walk?

Visitors can pre-book onto a guided walk online or by calling 01455 290429 or book on arrival to the site at the Ticket Office. See below for the booking link.

  1. Will I be able to hold a flag and handle replica objects on the walk?

Our guides will be handing flags to tour members to help with participation in the storytelling and replica objects will be shown. 

  1. Will we be able to re-enact the battle on the walk?

If the weather permits, our guides often lead a short re-enactment of the battle with the tour group.

  1. How long does a walk take?

The walks last for 1 ½ hours, so remember to dress appropriately for the weather!

  1. How far is the walk?

The walk is 2km (or 1.2 miles) long

  1. How easy is the walk?

The walk is easy grade along well-maintained paths all the way. Stout shoes are recommended.

  1. I have a mobility impairment; can I borrow a wheelchair or motorised scooter for the walk?

The site has two mobility scooters which can be booked out in advance,  please telephone 01455 290429 to check availability before booking. We also have two wheel chairs which can be hired.

  1. Will I get to go onto the battlefield itself?

Our weekend walks do not go to the battlefield itself, as it is too far away for the time allocated, but we offer two viewpoints across to it from the hill on which Richard III’s army is thought to have camped.

  1. Can I book a private guided walk ?

Please telephone 01455 290429 to discuss individual requirements for private guided walks and we will try and accommodate your request. There is a separate charge for private walks.

  1. What else are you doing to make the site Covid-19 secure?

Please visit  https://www.bosworthbattlefield.org.uk/visit-us/ for more details.

 

Click here to book on a guided walk.

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