In 2010 Wakefield Historical Society will retrace the funeral route of Richard, Duke of York, killed 1460, reburied at Fotheringhay 1476, on the anniversary dates of 21st-29th July to commemorate the 550th anniversary of Richard’s death. Each day will include visits to places of interest and a chance to walk some stretches of the original route. Each evening will include a performance of a medieval Vespers of the Dead, in the church where the body rested if possible, as well as a talk by an invited lecturer.

Vespers Of Our Lady

Talk: Medieval roads and travel
Speaker: Dr Paul Hindle