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With its formidable walls looking down on the former county town of Lancashire, what part did Lancaster Castle play in the English Civil War? The 17th Century poet and biographer Lucy Hutchinson once said “every county has a civil war, more or less, within itself” – and that is certainly true in Lancashire. Like many…
DetailsStorming the walls of Bolton! Well we couldn’t stop Bolton being overrun by the Royalists, but under the blazing heat we put up a damn good fight – and hundreds of people stood there and watched us! The Storming of Bolton took place last weekend at Bolton School and proved to be a huge success!…
DetailsCannon will fire, drums will sound, and swords will clash as the English Civil War returns to Bolton in a fantastic FREE event THIS WEEKEND! Roundheads and Cavaliers will descend on Bolton School on 7-8 July for ‘The Storming of Bolton’ – an exciting weekend of thrilling battles and fascinating ‘living history’! Staged by The Earl of…
DetailsWhether they’re hanging out with their new friends or joining the Apprentices, the Sealed Knot is tailor-made for families. Your kids will develop a passion for history while also meeting new chums and learning great social skills. The Sealed Knot Apprentices is for kids aged 10-15 and meet at large events to practice their skills in…
DetailsWant to really step into the past? Then our ‘living history’ displays are for you! Whether with a tented encampment or taking over a historical building, every year we organise events that focus on recreating ordinary life during the English Civil Wars to give both us and the public a unique insight into the period.…
DetailsBecoming a Water Carrier in our regiment’s Baggage Train is ideal for anyone who wants to take part in the battles but does not want to fight. It is the job of the Water Carriers to supply the thirsty troops with refreshment during a battle. The Water Carriers are a vital part of our displays…
DetailsThere are fewer sights more impressive on a battlefield than a cannon being fired, with its incredible noise and smoke! Our regiment has its own cannon – The Lady Ann – and serving on its crew can be hard work but tremendous fun. Being a member of a cannon crew is actually an excellent way…
DetailsOne of the most impressive parts of any large battle are the cavalry. Cavalry troops made up a third of a 17th Century army and were decisive shock troops who would charge at opposing cavalry troops to try and drive them off. The cavalry usually appears at big events but owner riders do sometimes attend…
DetailsThe sound of war drums can be an incredibly stirring experience, which creates atmosphere on the battlefield and produces a real spectacle for the public. Manchester’s has a very experienced and well-respected band of drummers. You don’t have to be musical to drum and our drummers are always keen to show new people the ropes.…
DetailsFiring a musket can be a real thrill and a block of musketeers firing together is one of the most crowd pleasing aspects of a battle. Re-enactment muskets do not fire musketballs, but the gunpowder they use is very real and so firing a musket on the battlefield requires special equipment and training and, by…
DetailsProbably the most competitive role on the battlefield, pike is a great de-stresser and is suitable for adults of all genders who like a physical challenge. A pike is an 18-feet long pole made of wood that would have had a metal spike at the end, though for safety reasons ours do not. Pike fighting…
DetailsThe Poet MP and the Plot Against Parliament London, 1643 – a city under threat, a resurgent enemy, dangers around every corner. And a poet, engaged by a king to lead a plot to restore him to his throne… The year 1643 would prove to be the ‘high water mark’ of the Royalist cause in…
DetailsMeet a face of Manchester’s: Musketeer Katherine We spend our summers battling as a team and spending time as a family – but who are the people who make up the Earl of Manchester’s Regiment of Foote? We’re delighted to introduce you to a face of our regiment using some of their favourite photos, as…
DetailsMeet a face of Manchester’s: Pikeman Ian We spend our summers battling as a team and spending time as a family – but who are the people who make up the Earl of Manchester’s Regiment of Foote? We’re delighted to introduce you to a face of our regiment using some of their favourite photos, as…
DetailsFollow The Storming of Bolton event page on Facebook >> Cannon will fire, drums will sound, and swords will clash as schoolchildren from across Bolton get the chance to go back in time to the English Civil War – thanks to a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. A new project will see special education…
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