Hidden Histories: Revolting Robert and the 1173 Siege of Leicester

Event Description

With tour guide Jim Butler

England and Normandy are on the verge of civil war as the sons of King Henry II make a grab for the throne. Discover the events surrounding the little known siege of Leicester in 1173 when Robert ‘Blanchemains', the 3rd Earl of Leicester, joined the princes in a bloody revolt against the king.

IMPORTANT: You will be told the tour start location on the Booking Details PDF which will be sent by email once you have purchsed your ticket (the tour does not start at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery)

Roamin’ Roman Leicester - guided tour date:

• Sunday April 26th 2026

Your guide, Jim Butler, is the creator, writer and producer of the popular 'Hidden Histories of Leicester’ series on YouTube, Facebook and TikTok. He writes and leads guided tours around the city covering a broad range of historical topics, drawing on his life-long love of Leicester’s rich culture and heritage and over 25 years’ experience of communicating its amazing history to all ages and backgrounds.

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