So that was Nantwich for 2012, and what a wonderfully fun weekend it was too… The 40th re-enactment of the Battle of Nantwich is a great spectacle for the town and, hopefully, a boost to the local economy. But it’s also an excuse for us to have a great time and that’s certainly what happened…
Did you come and see us in Nantwich at the weekend? Were you itching on the sidelines to have a go yourself? Make it a reality… The Earl of Manchester’s Regiment of Foote is now recruiting! Whatever part of the country you’re from, we want to introduce you to an amazing hobby full of fun,…
So we reach the climax of the account of the Battle of Nantwich, with Lord Fairfax’s forces preparing to attack the divided army of Lord Byron on the outskirts of the town… This excellent account of the battle has been taken from the British Civil Wars website: As the Parliamentarians approached Nantwich, a sudden thaw…
We’re now just 24 hours away from taking to the field at Nantwich in Cheshire for the annual Holly Holy Day re-enactment – now in its 40th year! It really is a spectacle for the whole family, with a massive parade through the streets, plus a battle and other events throughout the day. You can…
On 21st January 1644, Lord Thomas Fairfax set out from Manchester to relieve Nantwich in the teeth of a bitter winter. He was accompanied by Sir William Brereton and a force of 1,800 cavalry, 500 dragoons and almost 3,000 infantry. It was rare for an army to march or fight in the winter months but…
Being part of the Earl of Manchester’s Regiment of Foote isn’t just about dressing up in period clothing, having a good fight and then enjoying a drink or two afterwards (though, let’s face it, those are pretty good reasons to try it!). As part of the regiment you get an incredible feeling of camaraderie, both…
On 18th of January 1644, the Royalist forces of Lord John Byron launched an attack against the defences around the Parliamentarian stronghold of Nantwich. In the bitter winter, the King’s men had spent eight days besieging and bombarding the town to no avail. When the storming came, hundreds of men threw themselves at the defences, but…
This Saturday, Nantwich in Cheshire will be filled with Roundheads, Cavaliers, camp followers, fire eaters and other entertainers of the period as the townspeople of Nantwich celebrate the relief of the Parliamentarian town from besiegement of the Royalist Army during the Civil War. The event is a hugely popular event that attracts crowds from far…
All this week we’re gearing up for the traditional first muster of the Sealed Knot re-enactment season at Nantwich in Cheshire. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first re-enactment, known as Holly Holy Day after the event was marked by townspeople wearing a sprig of holly in their hats in remembrance of the…
Today marks four centuries since the birth of Sir Thomas, Lord Fairfax, who went from taking on the Marquis of Newcastle’s forces in Yorkshire to rising to become commander of the New Model Army. Known as ‘Black Tom’ because of his dark complexion, Fairfax was a skilled warrior and general. Despite mixed fortunes in his…