Deene Park Plundered! – English Civil War reenactment and heritage zone

DEENE PARK PLUNDERED

“A noble legacy shaken by the storm of Civil War in Northamptonshire”

A FULL DAY OF INTERACTIVE HISTORY FOR ALL THE FAMILY 3rd & 4th OF MAY 2026.

WE INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO STEP BACK IN HISTORY WITH US

Watch and experience first-hand, the thrill and excitement of large musket volleys, pike engagements, with drums and colours and the full panoply of the 17th Century. Soldiers and civilians demonstrate life during this turbulent period of history.

Members of the Sealed Knot will create a reenactment of fictional encounters between elements of Parliamentary and local Royalist forces with the finale each day being a battle involving hundreds of seventeenth century soldiers with accompanying cannon fire and cavalry charges.

Our Living History encampment and activities tent will be open throughout the day and will give a close-up portrayal of life in the 17th Century and allow interaction between the public and re-enactors to both entertain and educate.

The Society and event organisers will showcase Local and National Heritage in a dedicated Heritage Zone. Visitors can meet heritage organisations, societies and visitor attractions, showcasing the county’s rich diversity of history and heritage. Food and Drink will also be on public sale.

Location: Deene Park Estate, Northamptonshire,

Porter Lodge Entrance: NN17 3EG (off the A43)

Event Opening Times.

11.30am – 5pm Sunday 3rd of May 2026

11.30am – 4.30pm Monday 4th of May 2026

Performance Times

Our arena and timetabled displays are all included in your ticket price.

The main battle starts at 2:30 pm.

All Day Activities

“Making History in Action Accessible – bringing the past to life to aid and benefit the future”.

Watch pre battle drill displays of Civil War soldiers, drums, colours and cavalry
Explore Civilian life in our Living History camp.
Take part in our ‘have a go’ activities.
Complete our kid’s activity sheets and treasure hunts.
Visit our Heritage Zone showcasing Local and National history and heritage.
Witness the spectacle of our main battle.
Food and Drink

Food and drink vendors are available on site, or feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy your lunch whilst immersed in history.

Ticket Prices

£20 Per Family (2 Adults & 3 Children)

£10 Per Individual Adult

£5 Concessions (OAP’S and Children under 16 years of age)

Carers and Children under 5 enter free.

Book your tickets now

Please Note: Due to the nature of our displays, loud noises from cannon and musket are a common occurrence, please bear that in mind when looking to bring small children and dogs. We always advise bringing chairs for anyone who may have mobility issues, and ear defenders for individuals with sensitivities to loud noise.