Richard III

Explore the history of Richard III and his close links to Leicester including the current archaeological dig that is ongoing.

The Search for Richard III - February 2013 Update

> Richard III is found
> Visit the University of Leicester's Richard III webpages

Richard III: Leicester's Search for a King

> Find out about the exhibition at Leicester's medieval Guildhall, which tells the remarkable story of the Greyfriars dig...

Richard III Biography

> The life of Richard III, the last British Monarch to be killed in battle.

Richard III and the Battle of Bosworth

> The story of Richard III's final days.

Greyfriars Friary Leicester

> The final resting place of Richard III.

The Dig for Richard III 2012

> Details of the archaeological dig to find Richard III's remains in Leicester, plus images from the dig showing interesting finds.

Richard III in Leicester

> Places in the city that have a connection to Richard III...

Richard III Tours and Activities

> Find out more information about Richard III through self-guided walking tours and activities.

Richard III School Activities

> See how the Greyfriars discovery has encouraged schools in the city to explore this chapter of Leicester's history...

Read more about Richard III

> Click here for a list of books in Leicester Libraries concerning Richard III