Where time travel is possible!
Now More indoors!
Whatever the weather with more exhibitors, vehicles, and interactive experiences being brought indoors you can experience an unforgettable journey through time! Battles Through History, is the unique and exciting multi period living history military show with so much more.
“Its like someone emptied their toybox and it all came to life!”
about the show
Spread over 150 acres, is the last Hurrah of the season. Whether you come with your family and friends or as a participant, Battles Through History will transport you to another era.
You will be surrounded by interactive living history displays spanning 2000 years of military history. There will be military vehicles, authors, wargamers and model makers., live music and marching bands, a couple of bars, interactive activities and plenty of food and drink!
With more indoors then ever before, come rain or shine we’ve got it covered!
Applications for 2027
Applications for Battles Through History 2027 will be opening soon. If you’re interested in taking part, register your interest and we’ll keep you updated.
applications for 2027 are now open
Explore our open applications and click below to apply directly for your area of interest:
Fire The Noon Day Gun!
We are giving one lucky visitor the rare chance to be part of the gun team operating our genuine 1927 Model Infantry Cannon and fire the famous Noon Day Gun live at the show!
Find out more about the historic gun, the experience, and how to enter the draw below.
More exhibitors than ever before will be indoors, with interactive displays including a walk through German Village, Vehicles and living history groups.. Indiana Jones and Star Wars exhibits plus so much more
There will be a fabulous mix of traders so truly something for everyone. There will be artisan crafts and re-enactor traders, vintage traders, wargaming suppliers, artisan food and drink, collectables, vintage and antique treasures and of course militaria dealers covering all eras and aspects of military history. All will be trading items that are for users and collectors alike, or a gift souvenir of your day!.
And of course: In the arena with it’s fabulous grandstand and all around the showground on various living history camps there will be battles and displays
*2026 Map – subject to change*
Applications for 2027
Applications for Battles Through History 2027 will be opening soon. If you’re interested in taking part, register your interest and we’ll keep you updated.
applications for 2027 now open
Explore our open applications and click below to apply directly for your area of interest:
Opening Times
Advance ticket holders from 9.30 am
Gate tickets on sale from 9.30am
Saturday ticket includes Saturday night entertainment until midnight!
Campers can enjoy Friday night entertainment too!
Show closes at 5.00pm on Sunday
This year, Sir Martin Frobisher, our open-top bus, will be offering rides around the showground, making it easier to get around.
Look out for the bus stops dotted around the showground, and feel free to hop on and off. It’s a great chance to rest your feet and capture some fantastic photos from up top.
ticket prices
2027 tickets are on-sale now!
Saturday tickets and weekend tickets are valid until Midnight so that you can stay and enjoy the Saturday night entertainment!
- Adult Tickets
- Saturday - in advance £20 | on the gate £25
- Sunday - in advance £15 | on the gate £20
- Weekend - in advance £30| on the gate £35
- Child Tickets
- Saturday - in advance £5 | on the gate £5
- Sunday - in advance £5 | on the gate £5
- Weekend - in advance £10 | on the gate £10
- Concession Tickets
- Saturday - in advance £15 | on the gate £18
- Sunday - in advance £12 | on the gate £15
- Weekend - in advance £25 | on the gate £30
- Family Tickets
- Saturday - in advance £40 | on the gate £50
- Sunday - in advance £35 | on the gate £40
- Weekend - in advance £70 | on the gate £75
Camping £45
EHU £45
please see FAQs or booking page for details
*Concessions – over 65 & armed forces. For more information visit our FAQ page here.
*Family – 2 adults & 2 children.
For Ticket enquiries please call 0333 242 7912 or email support@redboxtickets.com Call lines are answered 9am-3pm Monday to Friday and 8am-11am on show days.
MARM – Militaria, Artisan & Reenactors Market
MARM is a one-day Militaria, Artisan and Reenactors Market from the team behind Battles Through History.
Held at the South of England Showground, MARM offers a relaxed, well-organised market with marshalled access, clear layouts and free on-site parking. Find out more and see upcoming events.