‘Holly Holy Day’ Battle of Nantwich 2025 events at St Mary’s Acton
St Mary’s Church, Acton, is joining the commemorations of the historic Battle of Nantwich ‘Holly Holy Day’ with a series of engaging events on Saturday 25th January 2025.
Schedule of Events at St Mary’s Acton:
9:00am-11:30am: Warm up with hot drinks and buttered toast, served inside the church.
10:00am: A talk by local historian Mike Lea titled “The Civil War – Unwrapped!” Dive into the rich history of the English Civil War, with a focus on the Battle of Nantwich.
11:00am: A guided walk exploring the battlefield’s history – without the muddy trek! The walk will offer a chance to view significant sites and hear stories about the conflict.
Adding to the atmosphere, soldiers from the Sealed Knot Society are expected to visit the church and answer questions from the audience.