WILTSHIRE AT WAR – an ECW conflict to secure Malmesbury.
Join The Sealed Knot as it explores what it was like to live, and fight during the English Civil War.
Spend the day exploring the Living history encampment and taking part in activities and arena displays including the grand battle finale.
Witness the spectacle of a battlefield complete with hundreds of infantry, artillery and cavalry troops as they battle their way to secure this strategic county.
Location: Charlton Park, Wiltshire, Public entrance: SN16 9LL
Event Opening Times.
11am – 4pm Sunday 4th and Monday 5th of May 2025
Performance Times
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 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. Main battle starts at 2pm. For more information regarding our performance timings, please see out website: www.thesealedknot.org.uk.
All Day Activities
Our Living History camp and activities tent will be open from 11am for you to explore alongside the performance displays. Relive History and immerse yourself in the 17th century discovering facts of the past and what it meant for the people of England as civil war raged around them.
- See displays of English Civil War weapons and tactics.
- Explore Civilian life in our Living History camp.
- Take part in our ‘have a go’ activities.
- Complete our kids activity sheets and treasure hunts.
- Watch a display of drums and colours.
- Witness the spectacle of our main battle.
Ticket Prices
£20 Per Family (2 Adults & 3 Children)
£10 Per Individual Adult
£5 Concessions (OAP’S and Children under 16 years of age)
Carers and Children under 5 enter free.
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.