Leicester Cathedral is delighted to announce a series of commemorative events over three weeks in March to mark the tenth anniversary of King Richard III's reinterment in the Cathedral.

Discovered in a Leicester car park in 2012 and reinterred with dignity and honour in Leicester Cathedral in 2015, King Richard III's story continues to capture imaginations worldwide. The Cathedral's anniversary programme will bring together leading historians, musicians, and people deeply involved with the reinterment to explore the king's life, death, and enduring impact.

From Thursday 20 to Saturday 29 March, the Cathedral will be hosting special services to mark the anniversary – including a Civic Service on the 10th anniversary itself, and an evening Compline service for people of all faiths – with the Roman Catholic Bishop of Nottingham The Rt Revd Patrick McKinney preaching.

The Cathedral will be hosting an evening concert of sombre and celebratory music as the Cathedral Choir sings a varied programme that includes pieces from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II and the Coronation of King Charles III.

Those wanting to explore the Richard III story further will enjoy three illuminating talks. Dr Toby Capwell, arguably the world's leading expert on medieval armour, will examine how Richard was so adept in combat despite his disability, and acclaimed author Annie Garthwaite – writer of novels Cecily and The King's Mother – will tell the fascinating stories of the women who helped shape Richard's life and legacy. A panel discussion of people deeply involved with the discovery and reinterment of Richard III will also offer lively conversation and new insights.

People will be able to travel back in time for a sumptuous Medieval Banquet with entertainment from the renowned music ensemble The York Waites, and savour a delicious Richard III-themed afternoon tea – with each table hosted by someone deeply involved in the discovery and reinterment.

Throughout the season, a special free exhibition – Medieval Women Forging the Way: Influential Women of the Sikh World and Beyond – explores the close historical links between the Battle of Bosworth and the beginnings of the Sikh faith in Punjab – and has been brought to life thanks to Leicestershire County Council's Culture Leicestershire team and a local Sikh women's group.

The Very Revd Karen Rooms, Dean of Leicester says,

"We are excited to host such a varied programme to mark an event that in so many ways changed the Cathedral, city, and county."

For a full programme of what is planned please visit https://leicestercathedral.org/richard-iii-anniversary (or click below) – there's something for everyone as we rediscover and remember King Richard's story, both the historical one and the events of ten years ago.