THE KING who ended up buried under a car park in Leicester had links with Ludlow.

Ludlow's role in the War of the Roses and its association with King Richard III will be examined at the Ludlow Assembly Rooms.

Organised by the Conservation Trust for St Laurence (CTSLL), noted historians, novelists, musicians and experts in medieval warfare will discuss Ludlow's importance in the civil war between the Houses of York and Lancaster.

International expert Dr Michael A Hicks of The University of Winchester will talk about ‘The War of the Roses and the Yorkist Kings’ and Philip Schwyzer, Professor of renaissance literature at Exeter University, will examine how English literature has tarnished Richard III's reputation in 'Shakespeare and the Remains of Richard III'.

Local historians from the Mortimer History Society and Ludlow Historical Research Group will talk about the capture of the future King Richard III and the sacking of Ludlow after the Battle of Ludford Bridge in 1459 and then the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Mortimer's Cross near Ludlow two years later.

There will also be guided tours by local experts of medieval Ludlow and St Laurence Church's 15th century architecture, stained glass and misericords.

In addition, noted authors of historical books on the War of the Roses will discuss their books, how to conduct historical research and the art of writing.

"The Conservation Trust's 'Richard III, Ludlow and the House of York' day has something for everybody,” said Rory Chase, deputy chairman CTSLL.

“Participants can learn about armour and medieval warfare, music, books and Ludlow’s role in the War of the Roses.

"Funds raised by this event will go towards repairing St Laurence's tower and restoring medieval stained glass windows.

"In the evening at Ludlow's St Laurence's Church, a group of singers and musicians playing medieval instruments will present music and songs from 'The Age of Richard III'".

"During the concert a narrator will set the music within the context of the War of the Roses and the life and death of King Richard III.”

Tickets for the day on Saturday,October 4 are available from the Ludlow Assembly Rooms in person, online, or by ringing 01584 873229.