The Sealed Knot

Billing Aquadrome, Northampton
2017-04-29 - 2017-05-01
See the might of the Army of Parliament at Billing Aquadrome.
.Saturday
11am – Living history camp opens
11am – Regimental arms displays (Regimental / Brigade drill)
2pm – Large formation parade with firepower of two cannon. (Army drill/ skirmish)
4.30pm- Living history closes.
Sunday
11am – Living history camp opens
11am – Army parade (Army drill)
2pm – Skirmish
4.30pm- Living history closes.
Monday
11am – Living history camp opens
12 noon – Skirmish
4.00 pm- Living history closes.

Weston Helicopter Museum - Firepower Weekend
2017-04-29 - 2017-05-01
This weekend will bring you the sights and smells of the English Civil War, set against the backdrop of Britains famous Weston Helicopter Museum.
During the morning there will be Musket and Drill Displays, a display of Colours being flourished and Drum Calls.
In the afternoon there will be a recreation of the skirmish that took place close to the museum grounds. This alongside the living history encampment will bring to life the daily struggle of the Soldiers and Civillians during this period.

Tickets can be purchased via this link.
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk/sknot.htm

Hull 375
2017-04-23
Details: On 23 April 375 years ago, the governor of Hull, Sir John Hotham, refused to allow King Charles to enter the city and access the weapons stored in its walls. This small act of defiance heralded ten years of brutal civil war between the supports of the King and those of the English Parliament.
The Sealed Knot and The Earl of Manchester’s Regiment of Foote would like to invite you to bring the family and step back to this pivotal moment in Hull’s history at the dawn of the English Civil War – all taking place next to the remains of the Beverley Gate, the site of the unique stand-off between monarch and Parliament.
Reenactors wearing the clothes of the period will march in the city centre to mark the 375th anniversary of Hotham’s defiance, bringing the sights and sounds of a 17th Century army on the march, with a special performance at the Beverley Gate to commemorate the occasion.

Basing House, Hampshire
2017-04-14 - 2017-04-17
A chance for people to see the Sealed Knot in action on the site of an Tudor Castle that rivalled in size to Hampton Court Palace. Sadly only ruins now survive but there will be a Living History Camp around the ruins and a Skirmish between warring armies for you to enjoy.
Bring the children, let them have a little fun and learn at the same time.

Donington Le Heath Manor House
2017-04-14 - 2017-04-16
For three days over Easter the Manor House will be brought to life by members of the Sealed Knot. Meet and talk to the head of the household, the Scribe, watch the Cooks prepare and cook the food.
Childrens games and activities of the 17thC and Maypole Dancing. All within the grounds of this beautiful Manor House.

Battle Of Torrington
2017-02-18
The March follow the route of the Parliamentary incursion under Fairfax and Cromwell that seized the town from Hopton’s Royalists in 1646 and effectively signalled the end of the war in the West.
Then fireworks, lots of fireworks. 😉

Coleford Parade
2017-02-18

Nantwich
2017-01-28
For over 40 years the faithful troops of The Sealed Knot have gathered in the historic town of Nantwich, Cheshire, to re-enact the bloody battle that took place almost 400 years ago and marked the end of the long and painful siege of the town.
This year’s parade and battle will take place on Saturday 28 January 2017.
Nantwich has been a staple of the reenactment calendar for more than four decades and thousands turn out every year to watch us mark this pivotal moment in the town’s history – from the impressive sight of hundreds of troops marching through the town to the sounds of battle, come rain or shine this is an event that should always be part of your calendar!
The day will begin at 10am with activities run by Nantwich Museum including Civil War tours and musketry demonstrations, as well as relevant exhibitions in the galleries.
In Nantwich town square, community organisation Redshift will be running a stage with live music and entertainment. There will be tours of St Mary’s Church, book signings, horses parading, Domesday Morris Dancers, street entertainers and hog roast.
At 1.30pm, Sealed Knot troops will gather in the square to lay wreaths.
Then at 1.50pm, they will march down Mill Street to Mill Island where the battle re-enactment will take place from 2pm.
For more information, visit the Holly Holy Day Society’s website.

The Battle Of Edgehill
2016-10-22 - 2016-10-23
The Sealed Knot returns to Little Kineton for the traditional end of its reenactment season and to mark the Battle of Edgehill.
On Sunday, all are welcome at the brief wreath-laying ceremony at the battle monument on the B4086, with a skirmish reenactment at Kineton Sports & Social Club at Little Kineton.
The Battle of Edgehill was the first major engagement of the English Civil War and was fought on 23rd October 1642 between the forces of King Charles I and Parliament; though both sides suffered terrible casualties, the battle was not the decisive blow either side expected and the war continued for another three years.
Every year on the weekend nearest the anniversery, members of the Sealed Knot march in full costume and armour to the battlefield for a service and wreath-laying ceremony on the Sunday to remember those who gave their lives in the conflict. A battle re-enactment takes place on both days of the weekend during the afternoon, at the Kineton Sports & Social Club. There are living history displays, skirmishes, demonstrations of weapons, cavalry and of course the recreation of the Battle of Edgehill itself.

Ripple Parade
2016-10-09
This Sunday sees our annual parade at Ripple Church. This commerates our founder Peter Young and additionally remembering those members that have passed away this year.

It has now been confirmed that the plaque to commemorate our Founder, Brigadier Peter Young, will be in place for the annual commemoration service. A special service of consecration will, therefore, take place this year in St. Mary’s Church, Ripple. You are invited to join the Yeomen of the Knot for this unique event. Regiments are requested to send a colour party. The Parade: For those wishing to march to the church, muster near the village hall in School Lane for 10.00 hours, and report to either the Adjutant of Yeomen, Ray Attwood, or the Yeomen Ensign, Dave Murry-Fenwick. The Service: This will commence at 11.00 hours and will last for about an hour. It will be immediately followed by the usual ceremony in honour of Peter and his wife Joan. This will take place besides Joan’s grave in the churchyard. The Book of Remembrance: Following the above, there will be an opportunity to view the book which records the names of Sealed Knot members who have died. The nearby Railway Hotel is a welcoming and popular venue serving food and drink, prior to journeys home

Falkland Palace And Gardens
2016-09-24 - 2016-09-25
Falkland Palace is under attack!
The Sealed Knot is the oldest re-enactment society in the UK and the single biggest re-enactment society in Europe – join us at Falkland Palace and Gardens as we take over the picturesque orchard.
On 24 and 25 September from 11am to 5pm, enjoy living history displays and a living history camp, battle re-enactments and weapons demonstrations.
Normal admission prices apply. NTS members free.

Weston Helicopter Museum
2016-09-17 - 2016-09-18
Locking Moor Road, Weston-Super-Mare. BS24 8PP
The event takes place on both Saturday and Sunday with Musket and Pike Drills taking place as Drums and Colours are flourished in the morning along with a Living History Camp where there will be demonstrations of both Civilian and Military life of the period.
In the afternoon the battle will feature soldiers recreating a skirmish that took place
close to the museum during the English Civil War, you will hear the roar of cannons and muskets as the smoke rolls across the battlefield. The cries of the Officers and the clash of Pike and the Call of the Drums.
Weston Helicopter Museum

Runcorn
2016-09-10 - 2016-09-11

Catton Hall, South Derbyshire
2016-08-28 - 2016-08-29
This August Bank Holiday weekend, The Sealed Knot comes to Catton Hall for a spectacular weekend of historical reenactment and entertainment.
Let us take you back to the year of 1642 when our staunch Royalists are attacked by Parliament forces all in the name of democracy. Cromwell has sacked the High Sherriff of Derbyshire due to his allegiance to Charles 1 and the power to rule is finely balanced.
Some fact, some fiction but an experience not to be missed as the roar of Cannons reverberates across the battlefield, Lord Generals deploy their troops and the mighty battle flows to and fro.
Who will win, who will lose, who will die, who will survive the answer to these questions can only be found at this Spectacular event by the largest re-enactment Society in Europe.
The battle alone is entertaining but to add to your enjoyment we have an ‘authentic’ Living History Camp where members of the Society will be demonstrating trades and crafts of the period and character actors will be making Cameo appearances. The Kings Entourage is just one of these Cameo performances to keep you entertained.
We open at 11am both Sunday 28th and Monday 29th August with a full programme each day to entertain you along with a Beer Tent and other attractions.

Tattershall Castle
2016-08-13 - 2016-08-14
Let us take you back to 1643 with The Sealed Knot who will have a large ‘authentic’ camp overlooking the Castle grounds, with period cooking, games, story-telling, arms and artefacts on display where our Members will only be too happy to talk and answer questions.
During the Skirmish musketeers will be firing from the castle roof and opposing guns firing over the battle field in front of the castle, where on day one an advance party of the Marquis of Newcastle’s troops attack the castle, but are repulsed by the Parliament garrison. On day two, with more soldiers the Royalist attack succeeds.
This is certainly educational wrapped up in entertainment and something people of all ages will enjoy.

Bovington Tank Museum
2016-08-06
Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG
The Tank Museum 6th/7th August
The very best re-enactment groups in the UK, including the Sealed Knot, is how we are described on the Museums webpage an accolade we are sure you will agree with when we bring to life the Civil Wars of the 17th C.
The programme of activities from 10am will take you on a tour of history with drill displays, battle re-enactment and spectacular sieges and a Living History Camp complete with both Military and Village life of the period
During each day there will be a grand parade of all the re-enactors involved which will make a fantastic photographic opportunity during which a short drum-head memorial to remember our fallen soldiers and civilians throughout conflicts past and present will take place.
Follow this link to purchase your tickets: BOVINGTON TANK MUSEUM

Camarthen
2016-07-30 - 2016-07-31
Why not pay a visit to Carmarthen Town Park and Castle to see and hear the sights, sounds and smells of the English Civil War in a re-enactment brought to you by Sir Henry Vaughan’s Company.
Talk to the Soldiers and Civilians and enjoy a great day out with something for every age.
11am until 5pm both days.
FREE ENTRY TO THIS EVENT. 😉

Hampton Court Castle
2016-07-23 - 2016-07-24
The Sealed Knot has been invited back to Hampton Court Castle for the third time. This picturesque setting in the heart of Herefordshire provides the perfect backdrop to see the Sealed Knot both at arms during the battle, and at rest in the Living History encampment. As well as the Sealed Knot attractions the wonderful castle and peaceful gardens will provide a full day out for all ages.
Click HERE for the event website

Holdenby House
2016-07-02 - 2016-07-03
Once again the forces of Parliament meet the King’s forces in the historic grounds of Holdenby House in the rolling Northamptonshire countryside.
It is 1647 and King Charles I is being held prisoner in Holdenby and an attempt to rescue him is made by the Royalist forces – let battle commence!
Close to Northampton, Daventry, Wellingborough, Kettering, and Rugby, this is an ideal day out for the whole family!
The event takes place on both days from 10:30am to 4pm. The house will be open from 11am – 3pm.
The full schedule:

10.30am – Watch Brigade Drill from the south lawn or the King play chess by the Ornamenta Pond
11am – Join Hammond’s Regiment for drill in the military camp or watch the King’s entourage play bowls on the lawn
11.15am – Come and join in the maypole dancing in the village camp
11.20am – 12pm The King receives a letter from the Queen, but a spy is caught and punished!
12pm – Watch a ‘Court Leet’ in Holdenby House’s Pytchley Room
12.15pm – Join Hammond’s Regiment for drill in the military camp
1.50pm – The alarm is raised!
1.10pm – Pre-battle fire fight
2.30pm – The armies deploy and battle is joined!
4.15pm – Thanksgiving sermon near the church as the wounded are treated.

Admission prices: Adult ticket: £8 Battle only, £10 House and Battle
Child ticket: £6 Battle only, £8 House and Battle
Family ticket: £22 Battle only, £25 House and Battle
For details and direction on the Holdenby House website, click here.

The Siege Of Sheffield
2016-06-18 - 2016-06-19
This Father’s Day weekend, take the whole family to Sheffield to witness the stout Royalist defence against Parliamentarian bombardment!
On 18-19 June at Sheffield Works Department Sports & Social Club (Heeley Bank Road, Sheffield, S2 3GL), the Sealed Knot will reenact a skirmish from the English Civil War as the forces sent by the Parliamentarian general The Earl of Manchester take on the garrison left by the King’s general in the north, the Earl of Newcastle. Who will win and decide the fate of the town?
The opening of the fascinating Living History encampment will be announced at 11am with the firing of a cannon, beginning the displays of arms and armour throughout the day.
At 2.30pm, the attacking Parliamentarian army will march out with cannon and demand the surrender of the city’s Royalist garrison – but they will not be cowed and sally forth to take on the Roundheads!
On 11 October 1642, as England moved towards civil war, Sheffield and its castle was seized by Sir John Gell for the Parliamentarians but in spring the following year the Royalist forces led by the Earl of Newcastle entered Yorkshire and took Leeds, Wakefield, and Rotherham before approaching Sheffield. The town’s Parliamentary defenders of fled into Derbyshire allowing the Royalists to take the castle without a fight. Newcastle garrisoned the castle and held it until August 1644 when the Earl of Manchester sent Major-General Crawford and Colonel Pickering, a force of 1,200 soldiers to recapture Sheffield for the Parliamentarians. At first the castle resisted but when Parliament brought up larger cannon they opened a breach the castle wall, after which terms for the surrender were agreed.

Newark
2016-06-11 - 2016-06-12
The Sealed Knot returns to the impressive Queen’s Sconce in Newark-on-Trent to relive the town’s pivotal role in the English Civil War, offering a chance to experience at first hand the horrors of a nation at war with itself as well as providing a glimpse of everyday life.
From displays of civilian life from the mid-17th Century to arms drill and musket firing, we will be bringing this original English Civil War fortification to life – plus our troops will reenact a skirmish each day!
The Living History Camp is open from 1pm to 4.30pm each day, and the skirmishes will take place in the early afternoon.
The Queen’s Sconce is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and one of the country’s finest remaining earthworks from the English Civil Wars (1642-51). It is distinctively star-shaped when viewed from the air and is one of nine siege works remaining in a recognisable state in and around Newark. It’s considered an internationally important heritage feature, and is surrounded by open space and playing fields.
Why not combine your trip with a visit to the brilliant National Civil War Centre in town? You should also try the impressive Civil War Trail, with the app that uses ‘augmented reality technology’ to recall episodes from Newark’s pivotal role in the 17th century British Civil Wars. To download the app go to the App Store or Android Google Play.

Newstead Abbey
2016-05-29 - 2016-05-30
The Sealed Knot once again descend on the historical home of Lord Byron. Saturday sees our historical camp open to the public whilst on Sunday and Monday we have the large scale battles.

Entry fee Adults £10, Children free

http://www.newsteadabbey.org.uk/

Bolsover Castle
2016-05-01 - 2016-05-02
It is the 14th August 1644. England ’s terrible Civil War that would cost a King his head and define English Parliamentary democracy, has been raging for nearly 2 years.
After being defeated at the Battle of Marston Moor The King’s General in the North, William Cavendish, has gone into exile on the 6th July,
The Garrison of his beloved Bolsover Castle nervously await the arrival of the Parliamentarian armies…

Elvaston Castle
2016-04-30 - 2016-05-02
“A Call to Arms”
The Parliament Army of the Sealed Knot will be at Elvaston Castle in Derbyshire this 1st may bank Holiday 2016. 30th April to the 2nd of May .
Saturday – Grand march through the estate followed display of Arms.
Battles at the castle in the paddock on the Sunday and Monday 2.30pm
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Living History camp also next to the house on the all 3 days. Noon till 4pm
Elvaston Castle and Country park with Gothic revival castle, lake, woodlands and formal gardens with topiary.
Address: Borrowash Road, Elvaston, Derby DE72 3EP
The Event is free- Car parking charges apply

Basing House
2016-04-09 - 2016-04-10
The Royalist garrison of Basing House has survived through the Civil war, its 1645. The forces of Parliament gather to prepare a final push to overrun Basing House. Hawkins Regiment of Foote invite you to take your side for what may be a final encounter. Come and see our Living History village and skirmish against the backdrop of what was one of the finest houses in Europe.

Coleford Memorial Parade
2016-02-20 - 2016-02-25

The Battle Of Edgehill
2015-10-24 - 2015-10-25
Battle of Edgehill, Kineton, Warwickshire
24/25 October 2015
Mini Muster and Annual Memorial Parade

Bovington Tank Museum, Warfare Through The Ages
2015-09-19 - 2015-09-20
WARFARE THROUGH THE AGES
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See the history of warfare in action from Medieval to Modern Day with living history encampments, drills, weaponry displays, firearms evolution and period battles.
We have assembled some of the very best re-enactment groups in the UK, including the Sealed Knot, the Southern Skirmish Association, The Great War Society, 29th Infantry Division, elite units for the Napoleonic Association and the best medieval groups all under our roof to offer you a truly spectacular day of non-stop entertainment. Medieval, Napoleonic, First World War, English and American Civil War, are just some of the periods in history you’ll see brought to life by these skilled re-enactors.
Enjoy a packed programme of activities from 10am each day as we take you on a tour of history with drill displays, battle re-enactment and spectacular sieges. The site will open at 9am, with Vehicle Rides.
Each group will be camped around the battlefield you will be free to wander around and find out what life was life for soldiers and civilians alike from 1415 to 1945.
The finale of each day will be a grand parade of all of our re-enactment groups bringing everyone together for a fantastic photographic opportunity during a short drum-head memorial to remember our fallen soldiers and civilians throughout conflicts past and present.
There will also be a 30 minute arena display each day, showcasing a selection of Tank Museum vehicles, from the First World War, Cold War and Second World War. See the MkIV, A7V, Kettenkrad, Sherman (Fury), Comet, Centurion, T72 and Leopard.
*The appearance of all our historic machines in the display is subject to mechanical reliability on the day.

Ticket Options:
Please note: Warfare Through the Ages is a Special Event Day so pre-existing annual passes will NOT be valid. Special event admission prices apply please click here to buy your Warfare through the Ages tickets.
Season Ticket
If you are interested in visiting the Museum and attending events throughout the year we have introduced a brand new entry ticket, The Tank Museum Season Ticket, which will allow you to gain admission every day that we are open including our Special Event Days: Tiger Day, Tankfest and Warfare Through The Ages. It’s fantastic value, saving up to 50% on normal admission prices and you’ll also save 10% in the shop and restaurant. Click here to buy.
Groups in Attendance:
Medieval
The Woodville Household
Oxford/DeVere Household
The Tudor Household

English Civil War
The Sealed Knot Society:
The Royalist Army
The Parliament Army
Monmouth Rebellion
The First Foot Guards
The Rebel Army
Napoleonic
British/Allied
The 2nd (Queens Royal) Regiment
The 4th (Kings Own) Regiment
1st Coy, 5/60th Royal American (Rifles)
The 16th Light Dragoons
Artillery of the King’s German Legion
French
Le 45eme de Ligne
The French Sapeurs of the Guard
Le 3eme Artillerie

American Civil War
The Southern Skirmish Association:
Union Army
Confederate Army
Accommodation
If you are travelling from afar to attend this event why not book a hotel for the night. Hotels.tv are our official accommodation partners, with great selected hotels, lowest rates and online booking.
For any assistance, please contact reservations@hotels.tv or call +44 (0) 20 8133 9334.
Site Safety Rules
Please be aware that: the site has uneven ground, grass areas can be slippery when wet, the site is dusty, there will be loud explosions and pyrotechnics used throughout the day, no dogs are allowed onsite (with the exception of disability assistance dogs), children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times, the living history area includes trenches and trip hazards.
Traders
Traders wishing to book a space for Warfare Through the Ages 2015 please contact Brianna Ryder-Maki on 01929 405096 ext 211 or email EventsCoordinator@Tankmuseum.org
Please note: All Catering spaces for this event are now sold out.

Trinity College Oxford
2015-09-12 - 2015-09-13
To mark 100 years since the birth Brigadier Peter Young, the founder of The Sealed Knot, you are invited to visit Trinity College on September the 12th and 13th to step back in time to when Oxford was King Charles I’s capital during the First English Civil War of 1642-1646.
This is the first time Trinity College has opened its grounds to the public and you are invited to join us. Costumed re-enactors will bring Oxford’s past to life with: live firing muskets, authentic crafts & cooking,displays of arms and a soldiers march through the city centre.
This is a unique, fascinating & unmissable historical event for the whole family that will reveal Oxford’s hidden history!
Events on both days are:
11am – 4pm: visit our historical encampment with displays of 17th Century life
11am: soldiers in Oxford city centre
From 12.30pm: displays of arms in the grounds of Trinity College

Entrance is £3 per adult and £1 for children

Bradgate Park
2015-09-12 - 2015-09-13
The Parliamentarian forces of Lord Grey defend the city of Leicester against the local Royalist forces. A weekend of Skirmishes, displays and a Living History village.
