The Sealed Knot at Long Marston 2026

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

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

Living History encampment opens at 10:30 am - Free on site parking

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 4 th July

• 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.
• 12:00 to 13:00: A C17th Fashion Show! A talk on clothing and embroidery in the hall.
• 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 of the Living History camp.
• .Live music & street food until late

Sunday 5 th July

• 10:30: The Sealed Knot troops will march to the Marston Moor Monument. There will be a short service, wreath laying and then they will march               back to Long Marston. The Living History camp will still be open during this time for you to interact with our members.
• 10:30: Living history opens.
• 12:00 to 13:00: A talk on the Battle of Marston Moor in the hall.
• 13:00: Drill display/meet the troops
• 13:45: Children’s pike and musket drill
• 14:30: Final scenario ~ Whitecoats defiant!
• 15:15: Meet the Troops
• 16:30: Event closes

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.

About the organiser The Sealed Knot is one of the oldest re-enactment societies in the UK, a registered educational charity, and the single biggest re-enactment society in Europe. The Sealed Knot brings history to life by staging events throughout the country all year round, 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 in the 17th century. Find out more at www.thesealedknot.org.uk.