This history of the charity of King Henry VIII and its connections with the town of Warwick for 450 years includes: the general history of Warwick from 1545 to 1995, a summary of important buildings and architecture, royal visits over the years, a history of major schools associated with the charity (such as Warwick School), the history of Warwick Castle and Warwick Bridge, and the charity's role through the years and its connections with other towns, such as Ilmington and Chaddesley Corbett.