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SUMMARY:The Last Battle: 375th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 5 September 2026, 10am – 4pm | The Commandery\nDelve into a fascinating day exploring Worcester’s history – right where it happened here at The Commandery.\nWalk in the footsteps of Civil War soldiers as you watch demonstrations and explore living history encampments, hear from historian Kevin Goodman, and get hands-on with family activities. There’s something for all ages to enjoy.\nThis day commemorates the final battle of the English Civil War, which took place in Worcester, on its 375th anniversary. On 3 September 1651, the Parliamentarian army clashed with the Royalists, causing King Charles II to flee the city under the alias “William Jackson” as Cromwell came out on top – for a time.\nThe Commandery was Royalist Headquarters during the battle and has plenty of stories to tell.\nThe Last Battle on Saturday 5 September is part of a series of events ( https://www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/whats-on/english-civil-war-375/ ) commemorating the battle’s 375th year.\nWhat’s on?\nYou can ~\n\nWatch Civil War military demonstrations from the time and take part in pike and cannon drills\nEnjoy short spotlight talks – including readings from letters written at the time\nHear from medical historian Kevin Goodman about the brutal world of 17th-century battlefield surgery in two talks: Treating bullet wounds, 17th-century style and “O skull! O skull! O skull! I hold thee out”: Treating the fractured skull\nHead up to Fort Royal and hear about how the battle unfolded\nExplore The Commandery, including the Civil War Story exhibition – find out the fate of your character at the Battle Table!\n\nFamilies can ~\n\nHave a go at a pike drill in the gardens and watch reenactors\nCreate your own wooden standard (flag) to take home\nHave a look at Kevin Goodman’s 17th-century medical equipment\nFollow the fun fact trail as you explore The Commandery\nGet dressed up like a Civil War soldier!\nMore for families at The Commandery ( https://www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/museums/the-commandery/families-at-the-commandery/ )\n\nLittle Al’s Kitchen at The Commandery is open with homemade food, hot drinks, and ice cream. Sit inside or out in the garden beside the canal.\nPlan your day out\nGeneral admission applies (children’s crafts are included) and can be booked via the link below.\nLive in Worcester? Bring along your proof of paying council tax to Worcester City Council and purchase a Residents’ Pass – this gives you free entry to The Commandery for a year! (Excludes January.) Find out more. ( https://www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/museums/the-commandery/visit-the-commandery/ )\n…Is your name William Jackson? With the namesake of King Charles’ escape alias, you can get in free too! Bring along your ID.\nAdvance booking is not essential, you can just turn up, pay in the shop, and get stuck in!\nBook general admission\n
URL:https://www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/the-last-battle-375th-anniversary/
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CATEGORIES:2026,The Commandery
LOCATION:The Commandery, Sidbury, Worcester, WR1 2HU
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