A city is preparing to mark the anniversary of a battle which changed the course of British history forever and helped sow the seeds of democracy worldwide.
Worcester will commemorate the 375th anniversary of the Battle of Worcester, the final and decisive conflict of the English Civil War, with events running from September 3 to 5.
The programme has been organised by The Battle of Worcester Society and will include a Drumhead Parade and Remembrance Service, a historical march, and a formal anniversary dinner.
MILESTONE: The city is marking the 375th anniversary of the Battle of Worcester (Image: Supplied by Battle of Worcester Society)
Daniel Daniels, chairman of the Battle of Worcester Society, said: “From September 3 to September 5, Worcester comes alive to mark the 375th anniversary of the Battle of Worcester, the battle that brought the English Civil Wars to a dramatic conclusion and changed the course of British history.”
The Drumhead Parade will begin at 5.10pm on Thursday, September 3, starting from the Guildhall and processing to Fort Royal.
SIGNIFICANT: Professor Ronald Hutton will help shed light on the importance of the Battle of Worcester (Image: Battle of Worcester Society)
A service will be held at 6.15pm to honour those who fought and died during the Civil War.
Saturday, September 5, will see the city host the 375th Anniversary March, beginning at 2pm from Worcester Guildhall.
The procession will include members of The Battle of Worcester Society, Worcester Reenactors, and The Sealed Knot.
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It will make its way through the city centre to Worcester Cathedral, where a special service will be led by the Bishop of Worcester.
Organisers have described the march as one of the most visually striking Civil War reenactment events the city has seen in recent years.
The weekend will conclude with a formal anniversary dinner at the Bishop’s Palace on Saturday evening which features a special dinner address by one of Britain’s foremost historians, Professor Ronald Hutton.
Tickets are still available through The Battle of Worcester Society’s website.
Organisers say the commemorations offer an opportunity for reflection.
The Battle of Worcester Society is encouraging residents to take part in the commemorations, whether by attending the Drumhead Service, joining the anniversary march, or participating in the formal dinner.”
The Battle of Worcester took place in 1651 and marked a turning point in British history.
