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The English Civil War Society
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The English Civil War Society traces its roots back to the early 1970's when two re-enactment 'Armies', The Roundhead Association and The King's Army began to re-create events of the English Civil War period in Britain. Nowadays over 3000 members from all walks of life, make up the national membership of these two Armies - organised into seventeenth century style Regiments. They present all manner of activities, both military and civilian, for the public, for schools and for a wider audience on film. The umbrella organisation, The English Civil War Society, is responsible for co-ordinating major battle or siege re-enactments each year; as well as many 'Living History' displays and smaller Demonstrations of Drill. battles only form part of the repertoire of the activities of the English Civil War Society. Living History exactly describes the way in which we have been able to present images of seventeenth century military and civilian life to schools and the general public for over two decades.. We invest enormous quantities of expertise, equipment, enthusiasm and time in presenting an accurate portrait of our country at that moment in time. Our Interpretations have brought the Society respect from every quarter and have set the standard for others to follow. The English Civil War Society exists to educate, research and raise interest in a fascinating period of British History. In doing so our efforts have raised thousands of pounds for local and national causes. We have become a treasure-chest of expertise for those in need of information. We are a highly creditable lobby in areas where parts of our heritage are threatened. Examples of this can be found in the campaign to save the battlefield of Naseby (1645) from a proposed road scheme; our active involvement in the saving of the unique Littlecote House armoury for the nation and the restoration, and erecting, of various monuments and memorials.
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