It is the aim of Sir Thomas Tyldesley's Regiment to accurately portray life during the 17th Century and especially the English Civil Wars, probably the most turbulent yet least understood period in English history.

We do this in a number of ways:

Major Battle Re-enactments where large numbers of soldiers take to the field to provide colourful, and noisy spectacle.

Living History events where we can accurately demonstrate life as it would have been for soldiers and civilians of that period.

Drill Displays to demonstrate the use and handling of weapons from the Civil War period.

Over the years we have been pleased to provide entertainment for the public, education for both members and non-members, and to help raise funds for a variety of sponsors.

Sir Thomas Tyldesley raised his original Regiment in the Northwest of England but today we have members in all parts of the country from Northumberland to Devon. As a member of Sir Thomas Tyldesley's Regiment you could….

Carry the Pike
Armed with a lethal 16 foot steel-tipped ash pike, the job of the 17th Century Pikeman was to hold off enemy cavalry and demoralise their foot soldiers with a murderous “push” of bloody brute force. Today, the Tyldesley pike block resembles a rugby scrum in armour - it's hot, hard work and lots of fun. Just ask any Tyldesley Pikeman.

Become a Musketeer
The 17th Century matchlock musket was no precision weapon. Rather it was used at close range in devastating volleys to tear through enemy troops. Nowadays there is less lead flying, but still plenty of smoke, noise and excitement. Tyldesley's have a number of men and women in the “shotte” but we are always looking for more. Try it!

Prefer To Be A Bigger Noise?
Then our Artillery Trayne could be the place for you. Make things go with a bang. Always a crowd-puller, the artillery make every event noisy, smoky, spectacular, and fun.

Then There's
The drum corps who lead our Regiment into battle with pride; The vital team of followers who carry supplies, water, and assistance onto the battle-field; Or you may wish to join the First Aid team if you have an appropriate certificate.

And Off The Field………….
After the battle is fought and won (or lost) the social side of life in the Regiment is tremendous. At major events you will always find a very busy beer tent with live entertainment for the whole family. Food is never a problem as, at smaller events, we usually cook a regimental meal over the campfire. For those whose tastes are a little more 20th century, you can usually find plenty of food concessions at the larger events, or you may wish to cook for yourself - it's all a matter of personal taste. Then later in the evening the camp fire is the place to congregate, sing a few songs, chat, or swap tales of valour from the afternoon's battle (and you do hear some whoppers!)

Talking Of Social Activities
Apart from the historic re-enactment, there are banquets held several times each year where food is often authentic, and there is good music provided by a band for all to enjoy - some modern, some folk, and some traditional ceilidh. Again, these are family oriented so that everyone, young or old, can join in and have fun.

You will also get to know people on a local level where smaller groups gather for a drink, a meal, or to visit local places of interest (apart from the pub).

From time to time we also meet up in larger groups for day trips to museums and places of historic interest- we recently visited the Royal Armouries in Leeds where we saw the film of the battle of Marston Moor which features a number of members of the Regiment.