EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2023

At Battlefield 1403 we regularly hold seasonal events and organise fun activities for all the family. To be kept updated on all of the exciting things taking place why not follow us on Facebook or subscribe to our email Newsletter?

Here is a list of events and activities for 2023, with more details to come.

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Autumn Produce Supper on Wednesday 18th October at 7pm

An evening celebrating the Best of British Autumn;
5 mystery courses show casing our favourite local suppliers and the best in seasonal produce...
Enjoy a welcome beverage to begin your evening and then let us surprise you with some Delicious Autumnal dishes.

£37.50 per person. Purchase your ticket here.

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Pick up a Pumpkin will be back, with even more to do

from Saturday 21st October to Tuesday 31st October!

No need to book,
Just don't forget your wellies.

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The Battle of Shrewsbury Medieval Weekend Festival 2023
This took place on the weekend of 22nd & 23rd July 2023!

We travelled back in time to medieval Shropshire and saw the sights and sounds of everyday life leading up to the battle. We had over 400 re-enactors from all over the country (Scotland to Devon) attending this year's anniversary weekend including horses!

During this great family day out we saw knights in armour and archers preparing for battle, living history including traditional crafts and cookery. We also enjoyed watching terrifying jousting matches, live Battle reenactments and tried our hand at many historical activities. There was 'Bradmore Extractor' demonstrations – Prince Henry, Prince of Wales, was hit in the face with an arrow during the fighting, sustaining a terrible wound. He later recovered due to the skilled treatment of the Physician General John Bradmore, who used honey, alcohol and a specially designed surgical instrument to extract the arrowhead.

There was a market area selling all manner of wares, plus local crafts, organisations and much more. Each day ended with the Battle of Shrewsbury itself where you could choose sides of the rebel army or the King himself.

Battlefield 1403 provided outside catering from 10am to 4pm and were joined by the Pizza Box who were on the field offering a selection of authentic hand made pizzas.

What a fantastic day out for all the family! Battlefield 1403 Farm shop & cafe was open as usual alongside the children's play area and ice cream kiosk!

Look out for more news on next year's event soon...

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Open Farm Sunday & Family Fun Day took place on Sunday 11th June

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Summer Produce Supper on Wednesday 16th August SOLD OUT

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Pudding Club on September 20th SOLD OUT

On the evening you'll be able to enjoy...

– A welcome drink supplied by one of our local producers

– Sharing board featuring new products from our deli

– A selection of 6 hot & cold desserts

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Re-enactment open weekend – took place on Saturday 15th April & Sunday 16th April

Plant Hunter's Fair – took place on Saturday May 13th

Open Farm Sunday & Family Fun Day – took place on Sunday 11th June

Battlefield 1403 Summer Season – runs to September 3rd

Summer Produce Supper on Wednesday 16th August

Halloween Event – from Saturday 21st October to Tuesday 31st October

Christmas taster Event – Thursday November 16th

More details on the above events will be announced via Social Media and on our regular email updates.

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Archie Sparrow's Nature Trail
Follow Archie's signs around the trail and note down the letters on the way. There are 11 letters in total. If you can work out what word the letters spell, you can collect a treat in the Farm Shop! Collect a map and worksheet from the Farm Shop. The walk is approximately 1.5 miles and will take 30 to 45 mins depending on your little ones..! The letters will change on a regular basis – so please visit again soon.

Please note that the opening times of Archie's Nature Trail are subject to activities on the Farm.

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Ride on Tractors in the Barn
Open all year round, free for your little ones to enjoy. We have five brand new sparkling New Holland ride on tractors!

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Meet our Food Producers in the Farm Shop.

Come along and meet our suppliers and producers – and taste a sample or two! On recent Saturdays we have had suppliers such as;

Haremoon Cider
Oak Apple Nibbles
Clotton Farm – clotted cream
Laura’s Ice cream
Hannah's Fudge
Heather's Harvest
Flower and White
and a selection of our own produce

Keep an eye out for our social media posts and emails for news.

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Children's play area
This is open all year.

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Please note all events are subject to change or alteration.