Half-term activities at Nunnington HallHalf-term activities at Nunnington Hall
Half-term activities at Nunnington Hall

The English Civil War comes to Nunnington Hall, near Helmsley, this half-term

Visitors to Nunnington Hall, near Helmsley, can dive back in history to the time of the English Civil War throughout the autumn half-term.

From Saturday October 26 to Friday November 1, visitors can train up to become a soldier with family games such as archery and hobby-horse races, or become a spy for the royalist side by cracking the secret message in a code breaker trail.

Then, for one weekend only on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3, the grounds of the National Trust property will be turned into an English Civil War encampment by the UK’s oldest re-enactment society, The Sealed Knot.

Families will be invited to try on armour, chat to costumed re-enactors and watch showstopping musket drills happening throughout the day.

Inside the house, children can enjoy playing with the shadow puppet theatre and the civil war themed crafts available.

Sarah Nolan, Visitor Experience Officer at Nunnington Hall, said: “We’re delighted to bring the UK's oldest, and Europe's biggest, re-enactment society to Nunnington and allow our visitors to experience history at its most immersive.

“There’s a fantastic link between Nunnington Hall and the English Civil War, as it’s where roundhead soldiers lived during the siege of nearby Helmsley Castle, 380 years ago!

“We’ve put together a host of children’s activities to choose from, offering a fun day out for all the family.”

In addition to the activities, Nunnington Hall is currently decorated for autumn and there is a range of delicious seasonal treats available in the tearoom.

Normal admission applies to access the house, gardens and all activities. Free entry for National Trust members and under fives.

Nunnington Hall is open every day until Sunday November 3, from 10.30am – 5pm, with last entry at 4.15pm.

Normal admission applies with free admission for National Trust members and under fives.

For more information to help plan a visit, go to www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nunnington-hall

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