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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · East Midlands

King Richard's Well

In or near Cadeby.

Free admission

King Richard's Well — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Plaque on the cairn at King Richard's Well - geograph.org.uk - 5796036

Graham Hogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Shenton · 0.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

King Richard's Well is a other located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre offers an interactive exhibition that explores the Battle of Bosworth and medieval warfare. Visitors can engage with various activities, including guided walks and family-friendly zones, set in a scenic country park.

Place summary

King Richard's Well is located in the West Midlands. This historical site is associated with King Richard III, though its exact origins and significance are not definitively established. The well remains a point of interest for those exploring the region's medieval history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.5961, -1.4088
County
Leicestershire
Parish
Dadlington & Sutton Cheney
Postcode
CV13 0AB
Parliamentary constituency
Hinckley and Bosworth
Phone
01455 291048
Nearest railway station
Shenton0.6 km
Opening
April to October 10am–5pm; November to March 10am–4pm; last entry an hour before closing

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is King Richard's Well?
King Richard's Well is in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode CV13 0AB), in the parish of Dadlington & Sutton Cheney.
What is King Richard's Well?
King Richard's Well — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to King Richard's Well?
The nearest railway station is Shenton, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CV13 0AB.
Is King Richard's Well free to visit?
Yes, King Richard's Well is free to enter.
How do I get to King Richard's Well?
The nearest railway station is Shenton, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CV13 0AB.