# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Civil War Re-enactment Weekend
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 05 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Experience the sights and sounds of the era and discover more about this fascinating period of our nation’s history.

Re-enactors will evoke this moment in time through costumes and weaponry, carrying out military drills and manoeuvres, and there will be chance for visitors, and children in particular, to get a hands-on history lesson. 

The English Civil War pitted supporters of Oliver Cromwell and Parliament against the Royalist defenders of King Charles I in the mid-1600s.

Nottinghamshire was the scene of a number of key events in the war, and on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July, the Parliamentary John Bright’s Regiment of Foote will be in Robin Hood’s forest, not far from Welbeck Abbey, which was a local Royalist stronghold in August 1644.

Here's the approximate schedule for the day:

10.30-10.45 – Pike Drill Display *

10.45-11.00 – Children’s Pike Drill

11.30-11.45 – Musket Drill Display *

11.45-12.00 – Children’s Musket Drill

12.30-13.00 – Officer’s Lunch

13.00-13:30 – Soldier’s Lunch

14.30-15.00 – Drill Display *

15.00-15.15 – Children’s Drill

* Please be aware of loud noises during the time of this demonstration.

The Civil War re-enactment weekend promises to be a fascinating and immersive couple of days.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mansfield/civil-war-re-enactment-weekend/200029946576416
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 57

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Mansfield
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, Forest Corner, NG21 9RN
- **lat**: 53.19769
- **long**: -1.06659
- **full address**: RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, Forest Corner, NG21 9RN, Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve - Main, Mansfield, NG21 9, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Civil War Re-enactment Weekend being held?
  - **A:** Civil War Re-enactment Weekend takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 05 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, Forest Corner, NG21 9RN, Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve - Main, Mansfield, NG21 9, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Civil War Re-enactment Weekend?
  - **A:** Civil War Re-enactment Weekend is organized by Visit Sherwood Forest.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Civil War Re-enactment Weekend is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Mansfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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