Meet colourful 17th century characters who bring the Civil War period to life. Speaking in period language they will guide you to safety through a recreation of some of the streets of Great Torrington on the night of the 1646 battle.

Visit the Royalist encampment

Try on some armour

See how people lived, worked and played

Learn the secrets of C17th medicine

The Battle of Torrington was the last major conflict of the Civil War involving 15,000 troops. The town was occupied by The Prince of Wales' Army led by Lords Hopton, Capel and Wentworth.

On the night of February 16th 1646, the town was taken by the parliamentary New Model Army led by Sir Thomas Fairfax and Oliver Cromwell.

'Torrington 1646' is a great place to visit and is an unique experience. We contributed a large model of the battle which you can see on display at the centre (It has also been on TV !).

For details ring (01805) 626 146 or visit Torrington's website at www.great-torrington.com.

Click here to go to a photo of our model of the town as used in '1646'.