Travel through time at Leicester’s Old Town Festival Discover history brought to life as you journey from Roman Leicester to the world of Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and Medieval England with far more along the way. A fascinating and free family day out where learning meets adventure. The one-day festival boasts something for all interests. Enjoy epic […]
About this event DEENE PARK PLUNDERED “A noble legacy shaken by the storm of Civil War in Northamptonshire” A FULL DAY OF INTERACTIVE HISTORY FOR ALL THE FAMILY 3rd & 4th OF MAY 2026. WE INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO STEP BACK IN HISTORY WITH US Watch and experience first-hand, the thrill and excitement […]
Golcar Lily Day is an annual celebration of local community groups, including a great multi-period living history area. We’ll be showing 1640s cookery, medicine and traditional crafts throughout the day, alongside a pike display in the main arena and also a march through the town. This is a completley free event! There will be other […]
Enjoy two fun-filled days full of excitement and traditional attractions at the Marbury Merry Days Country Fair! What's on Living History Camp Skirmishes with live musket and cannon fire Model aircraft flying display Dog shows Pipe band Classic car parade Morris dancers Tickets Adults £7.50 Under 16's £1 Free parking Opening Times 12.30pm - 5pm […]
Step back in time this May at Milton Keynes’ must-visit History Festival Looking for the best family-friendly events in Milton Keynes this May? Experience nearly 2,000 years of living history in one unforgettable weekend as our popular History Festival returns. Hosted at the renowned Milton Keynes Museum, this immersive event is perfect for families, history lovers, and anyone searching […]
A wealth of Shanties & Folk Music in Old Leigh Town in Essex. A weekend with a score of shanty crews who will navigate their way to the atmospheric fishing village of Leigh on Sea to celebrate in the only way they know how singing songs of the sea. This year the event will be […]
About this event Siege of Colchester (1648): Royalist commanders Sir George Lisle and Sir Charles Lucas led a determined defence of Colchester against Parliamentarian forces under Sir Thomas Fairfax, but […]
Come along to experience living in the 1640’s. Find out how Royalists at Bolling Hall planned to ransack Parliamentarian Bradford. See how they lived, what they ate, how they made […]
Step back in time and experience history brought vividly to life with the renowned Sealed Knot — the UK’s oldest re-enactment society.Set against the beautiful backdrop of Hinton Ampner, explore […]
Experience the sights, sounds, and skills of the English Civil War as Colonel John Pickering’s Regiment of Foote brings history to life at Burghley. This immersive Living History event showcases […]
Join the us as we explore what it was like to live, and fight, in Staffordshire in the 17th Century. Explore our Living history encampment and take part in our […]
Visitors can look forward to an impressive Battle of Britain Exhibition, featuring a full-size replica Spitfire, alongside a thrilling flypast of vintage fighter aircraft. History enthusiasts will enjoy watching The Sealed Knot re-enact […]
