Marston Moor

The Sealed Knot at Long Marston

28^th and 29^th June 2025

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Experience a soldier’s life at the time of the English Civil Wars

Living History encampment from 10:30 am

Children’s drill. Skirmishes. Sights, sounds and smells!

The Sealed Knot commemorates our history in a number of ways. We perform re-enactments in local communities based around battles, skirmishes and sieges of the English Civil Wars. The Sealed Knot brings history to life, offering a chance to experience first-hand the horrors of a nation at war with itself, as well as providing a glimpse of everyday life in those days. Take a more hands-on approach to history by seeing us in costume, being able to ask us questions and handle some of our weapons and equipment. Learn about cookery, clothes, education and seventeenth century politics alongside strategies and tactics.

A FULL DAY OF INTERACTIVE HISTORY FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Join The Sealed Knot as we explore what it was like to live, and fight during the English Civil War.

Spend the day exploring our Living history encampment and taking part in our activities and arena displays.

Our arena and timetabled displays are all included in your ticket price. An opportunity to discover how the troops of a 17th century army worked and discover if you’ve got what it takes!

Saturday 28th June
10:30: Living history opens. Cannon fires.
10:45: Drill display and then meet the troops
11:30: First skirmish ~ Fight for the rabbit warren!
12:00: Children’s pike and musket drill. For big and small children alike.
12:30 to 13:30: Even soldiers have to eat their rations!
13:45: Second skirmish ~ Newcastle’s infantry counter attacks!
14:30: Children’s pike and musket drill. For big and small children alike.
15:15: Third skirmish ~ The last stand!
15:45: Meet the Troops
16:30: Close
Saturday Evening
Tug of war competition.
Cannon Ball Throw.
Live music & street food until late

Sunday 29th June
10:30: March to the Marston Moor Monument. There will be a short service, wreath
laying and then march back to Long Marston. The Living History camp will still be
open during this time for you to interact with our members and for the children’s
activities.
12:00 to 13: 00: Even soldiers have to eat their rations!
13:00: Drill display and then meet the troops
13:45: Children’s pike and musket drill. For big and small children alike.
14:30: Talk by Mark Turnbull (Author) in the LMVH
15:15: Final skirmish ~ Whitecoats defiant!
16:00: Meet the Troops
16:30: Close

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There will be food vendors and a licensed bar through the day. The Village Hall Bar will be open until 8pm.

Please Note: Due to the nature of our displays, loud noises from canon and musket are a common occurrence, please bear that in mind when looking to bring small children and dogs.