Michaelmas Re-Creation of Tudor Life

Michaelmas

This was a most important time for folk in Tudor times because it was usually the time to celebrate a good harvest (they hoped) having been brought safely in. This was vital as without a good harvest safely gathered some might starve by early spring.

The Michaelmas Re-Creation

This is a smaller version of the Great Annual Re-Creation. Although it has fewer Tudors taking part and less activities, there is usually a good spread of each.

It carries through as many of the Great Annual Re-Creation's themes and activities as possible. We usually expect about 60 to 100 Tudors to take part. There is usually some activity on the Front Sward, in the House, much in the Moat House and some in the Gardens & Farm areas.

Many visitors tell us they prefer the more intimate nature of this Event which often has almost as wide a spread of activities as the Great Annual. It is especially popular with those who find the size of the Great Annual Re-Creation and, even, the High Summer Re-Creation just too much.

There is no Time Tunnel.

School Visits to the Michaelmas Re-Creation

The Re-Creation carries on into the weekdays when it is open to pre-booked school parties only, just like the Great Annual Re-Creation's weekdays. This has proved a very popular Re-Creation for Schools and is usually fully booked quite quickly. For school party bookings see School Visits

House, Garden & Farm

Are all Open fully this weekend.

Catering

Full catering is available and the Tudor Alehouse may be functioning.

Prices on Public Days

The Re-Creation is Open to the public on Saturdays & Sundays from 11am to 5pm.  Other days are reserved for pre-booked school parties. 

Tickets may be bought at the Gate on public days at the following prices:

Tickets may also be bought in advance at discounted prices - see below. These discounted prices may vary from day to day.