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Conference to announce true location of Bosworth Battlefield
Posted on 28/01/10
Community Services
A conference to announce the true location of England’s most famous lost battlefield will be held on Saturday 20th February 2010 at County Hall, near Leicester.
A panel of leading experts in battlefield archaeology and military history, introduced by Professor Richard Holmes, will discuss the results of the major new archaeological evidence that proves where the battle was fought.
The battlefield was discovered following a four-year survey commissioned by Leicestershire County Council, largely funded by The Heritage Lottery Fund, and led by Dr. Glenn Foard of the Battlefields Trust.
Important archaeological finds from the battlefield will be on public display for the first time at the conference, including the largest collection of artillery round shot from any medieval battlefield in Europe. Other major finds from the battlefield, not previously announced, will also be on display.
Experts who will be speaking at the conference include Professor Richard Holmes, President of The Battlefield’s Trust, Professor Anne Curry, expert in 15th Century English warfare, Professor Mathew Strickland, expert in the history of medieval warfare in Britain, Professor Steve Walton, specialist in early artillery and Dr Derek Allsop, expert in ballistics. Professor Richard Morris will Chair the conference, with Robert Hardy CBE as the discussant.
Dr. Glenn Foard will explain the methods used to locate the battlefield, what the evidence tells us about where and how the battle was fought, and the implications of this for future study of medieval warfare.
Dr Foard, Director of the Bosworth Survey adds: "The success at Bosworth is a vindication of the evolving techniques of battlefield archaeology and shows its potential to resolve important long standing problems in military history."
David Sprason, County Council Cabinet Lead Member for Communities and Wellbeing said: "Bosworth is one of the most important battles in our country’s history, so the Council is incredibly proud to have pursued funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund to discover new evidence about how and where the battle took place. The conference announcements will add a new chapter to the history books of tomorrow and we look forward to interpreting the new results at the award-winning heritage centre."
Des Gallagher, acting Head of Heritage Lottery Fund East Midlands, said:
"Through the use of cutting edge archaeological techniques, Glenn Foard’s team have been able to locate the scene of one of England’s most famous battles. At the Heritage Lottery Fund we want to support innovative projects that can help more people learn about our history. The discovery of Bosworth Battlefield, and the huge interest it has created, will provide inspiration for new generations to get involved in exploring their heritage and history."
Tickets are on sale now for the conference and can be purchased from Bosworth Battlefield on 01455 290 429. Advanced tickets (bought up to January 31st) cost £40.00, including buffet lunch, refreshments and parking.
More information on the latest archaeology and on the February Conference can be found at www.bosworthbattlefield.com
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Notes to Editors
Press conference
Media are invited to walk the true site of the battle with Glenn Foard and to see previously undisclosed finds discovered on the battlefield of international significance.
Experts in battlefield archaeology and military history will be available for quotes from 12noon including Mr Robert Hardy CBE
Date: Friday 19th February,
Location: Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Time: 10.00am
Photographs
Images of the archaeological finds are available from Ian Holloway on 01455 290 429 or ian.holloway@leics.gov.uk
Interviews
For interviews and media enquiries, please contact the press office on 0116 305 7045
Interviews are available from
- Glenn Foard, Project Officer for The Battlefields Trust
- Cllr Ernie White, Leicestershire County Council’s Cabinet Lead Member for Museums
Bosworth Battlefield is owned by Leicestershire County Council and is the location of the Battle of Bosworth. The battle, which took place on 22 August 1485, brought an end to 30 years of English civil war, now known as the War of the Roses and saw the infamous King Richard III lose both his life and crown to Henry Tudor.
Using money raised through the National Lottery, the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) sustains and transforms a wide range of heritage for present and future generations to take part in, learn from and enjoy. From museums, parks and historic places to archaeology, natural environment and cultural traditions, we invest in every part of our diverse heritage. HLF has supported more than 28,800 projects, allocating over £4.3billion across the UK, including £226.9 million of grants to 2,500 projects in the East Midlands
English Heritage is Government's adviser on the historic environment. EH maintains a Register of Historic Battlefields, and it provides expert advice to landowners, local authorities and other stakeholders on the conservation management, public appreciation and enjoyment of registered battlefields. At Bosworth, EH provides such advice on an ongoing basis, and it has been a robust advocate of the need for new archaeological research to inform appropriate management, access and interpretation.
Useful websites for information include:
Bosworth Battlefield – www.bosworthbattlefield.com
Heritage Lottery Fund – www.hlf.org.uk
The Battlefields Trust – www.battlefieldstrust.com
English Heritage – www.english-heritage.org.uk
Address: Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park, Sutton Cheney, CV13 0AD
For further information, please contact Mel Atkinson on 0116 305 6274 or visit www.bosworthbattlefield.comLatest Loughborough News
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