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SUMMARY:Colchester Living History Festival
DESCRIPTION:About this event \nSiege 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 after a brutal siege the town fell\, sealing a decisive Parliamentarian victory in the English Civil War. \n \nA FULL DAY OF INTERACTIVE HISTORY FOR ALL THE FAMILY 24th & 25th OF MAY 2026. \nJoin The Sealed Knot as we explore what it was like to live\, and fight during the English Civil War. \nSpend the day exploring our Living history encampment and taking part in our activities and arena displays including the grand battle finale. \nWitness the spectacle of a battlefield complete with hundreds of infantry\, artillery and cavalry troops as the Parliament army attempts to take this Royalist stronghold. \nLocation: Alresford Hall\, Nr Colchester\, Essex Public entrance: CO7 8AP \nEvent Opening Times. \nSunday 24th of May 2026 10am – 4pm \nMonday 25th of May 2026 10am – 4pm \nPerformance Times \nTBC\n \nOur arena and timetabled displays are all included in your ticket price. \nAn opportunity to discover how the troops of a 17th century army worked as well as get involved and discover if you’ve got what it takes! Learn\, see and experience the sights and sounds of the English civil war as we bring history to life. The main battle starts at 2pm. \nAll Day Activities \nOur Living History camp and activities tent will be open all day for you to explore alongside the performance displays. Relive History and immerse yourself in the 17th century discovering facts about the past and what it meant for the people of England as civil war raged around them. \n\nSee displays of English Civil War weapons and tactics.\nGet up close with the horses and Calvery.\nExplore Civilian life in our Living History camp.\nTake part in our ‘have a go’ activities.\nComplete our kids activity sheets and treasure hunts.\nWatch a display of drums and colours.\nWitness the spectacle of our main battle.\n\nFood and Drink \nFood and drink vendors are available on site\, or feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy your lunch whilst immersed in history. \nTickets
URL:https://www.thesealedknot.org.uk/event/alresford-hall/
LOCATION:Alresford Hall
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