The Siege of Devizes 1643 – Battlefield Walk and Talk

St James's Church 1 Church Walk, Devizes, United Kingdom

The Siege of Devizes 1643. A guided battlefield walk and discussion of the key sites and events of 9-13 July 1643. Charles Cordell will describe the background to and key events of the siege. This will include the breakout by Prince Maurice and the King's Western Army horse. It will also cover the bombardment and […]

The Storming of Bristol 1643 – Battlefield Walk and Talk

Brandon Hill Brandon Hill Park, Park Street, Bristol, United Kingdom

The Storming of Bristol 1643 - a guided battlefield walk of the key sites and events of 26 July 1643. Charles Cordell will describe the background and assaults made by the King’s Western and Oxford armies on the City. The walk will trace the line of the western defensive works, before following the route of […]

Siege of Chester 1645-46 – Talk and Walk on the City Walls

King Charles Tower Chester City Walls, Chester, United Kingdom

A talk and guided walk of the key sites of the Siege of Chester 1645-46. The event will include access to the King Charles Tower, the breaches and Castle. The talk will give an explanation of the Battle of Rowton Heath, the Great Assault and long siege, as well as the consequences. This is a […]