Middleton at War
Sat, 20 Sept
|Tamworth
Step back in time to the tumultuous days following the decisive Battle of Naseby in June 1645. Experience the aftermath of this pivotal clash as Middleton Hall is thrust into the heart of the English Civil War.
Time & Location
20 Sept 2025, 11:00 – 16:00
Tamworth, Middleton, Tamworth B78 2AE, UK
About the event
Middleton at War
Step back in time to the tumultuous days following the decisive Battle of Naseby in June 1645. Experience the aftermath of this pivotal clash as Middleton Hall is thrust into the heart of the English Civil War. Parliamentarian forces sweep through the region, dismantling Royalist resistance and leaving an indelible mark on the lives of the people.
🌟 Highlights of the Event:
Witness the Skirmish (2pm daily): Feel the tension and drama of a live-action skirmish as Parliamentarian soldiers engage with remnants of the Royalist forces. Experience the thunder of musket fire and the clashing of swords as history unfolds before your eyes.
Explore the Historic Kitchen: See the household hard at work in Middleton’s period kitchen, preparing authentic 17th-century dishes. Discover the culinary secrets and daily challenges of life during wartime.
Meet the Puritan Reverend: Engage in conversation with the stern yet passionate Puritan preacher. Learn about the profound…