Anniversary marked by spectacular Battle re-enactment

The morning sees the re-enactors taking to the field to show how the Yorkists won a great victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471, which brought 14 years of peace to the country.

The field guns of the time, of which important evidence has been found on the battlefield, are put through their paces in an exciting (and loud!) artillery display.

The grand finale of the event is the dramatic re-enactment of the battle of Bosworth, where the clanking of armour and whistling of arrows rushing through the air combine with the blast of canon and the thumping of horses hooves bring to life this pivotal moment in history when two Kings, came together on one day and changed the course of history forever.

David Sprason, Leicestershire County Council's Cabinet Member for Museums said:
"The Bosworth Battlefield re-enactment weekend is a spectacular event that attracts thousands of visitors who want to take in some of the sights, sounds and smells of what it really would have felt like to be around at the time of the famous battle.

"This year the event promises to be even bigger and better than ever with a whole host of exciting events to see and get involved in including a chance to go on a guided walk along the newly developed Bosworth Trail and Sun Dial. If you've never been before then I'd urge you to come along for a fantastic fun filled experience that will truly take you back through time."

The battle of Bosworth Anniversary Re-enactment Weekend is on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21st August from 10am - 5.30pm.