Previous Clients Include:
English Heritage, The National Trust, The BBC, Battle Chamber of Commerce

Hands on History is a History Events Company that can bring history alive at historic venues, museums, county and specialist shows, corporate events and schools.

At too many events the public get to see a great show, but rarely get the chance to handle the arms, armour and other equipment on display.  Hands on History lets both adults and children experience history in a different way!

Canon being Fired at Bodiam Castle

Hands on History brings history alive where all ages can:

SEE the demonstrations with the chance
for everyone to try our arms, armour,
clothing and equipment from the time period
you choose.

FEEL the weight of the weapons and tools used
through history and experience dressing
as a soldier on campaign or as a civilian at work.

LIVE off the land with our fieldcraft expert.
Learn what you can eat from the wild and how to
make fire the ancient way.

WATCH our siege machines from all periods
of history in action.

TRY their hand at one of our many 'have-a-go' activities including:

  • Shooting our replica WW2 Paintball Guns
  • Printing with our Caxton Press
  • Archery using longbows
  • Hand-milling corn and bread making
  • Leather working and embossing
  • Making ration packs and gas masks
  • And many more!