Battle of Huntingdon 1645 Reenactment

05-07-25 - 06-07-25,
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Admission: £FREE

Location: Castle Hills Park, Huntingdon

In August 1645 Royalist forces commanded by King Charles I took Huntingdon after a short skirmish on the north side of the town and occupied it for 2 days, plundering the town. 

As part of the Huntingdonshire History Festival join the Sealed Knot for a weekend event at Castle Hills recreating these events, immersing yourself in life 380 years ago. Explore the living history encampments, meet various of our costumed characters, take part in 'have a go' sessions (from soldier's drill to 17th century school lessons).

The site is open 10am - 4pm both Saturday and Sunday, admission is free of charge. Please be aware that Castle Hills Park is an archaeological site; as such the ground is uneven and appropriate footwear is advised.

Timetable for the weekend:

Saturday: 

10.30am - Living History Open

11.30am - Drill Display

12noon - The King's Arrival in Huntingdon, 1645 - meet Charles I as he arrives!

2pm - Drill Display

3pm - The Battle of Huntingdon

4pm - Event closes

Sunday: 

10.30am - Living History Open

11.30am - Drill Display

12noon - Mutiny! The Soldiers are not happy...

1pm - The Royalist Spy... is there a secret agent in Huntingdon?

2pm - Drill Display

3pm - The Battle of Huntingdon

4pm - Event closes

Please note: there is no car parking or public vehicle access at Castle Hills Park; those attending are advised to park in one of the Town Centre Car Parks - the closest parking (and flattest for wheelchair access) is the Bridge Place Car Park, just the other side of the river. More details at: https://www.huntingdonshire.go...

Part of the 2025 Huntingdonshire History Festival.

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