History Comes Alive, FREE ‘Last Invasion of Britain’ Re-enactment, Fishguard 

This July, visitors to Fishguard in North Pembrokeshire will be able to witness the curious story behind Britain's last invasion, at a largescale re-enactment of the event. Taking place across the weekend of the 18-19th July, the two-day event marks the anniversary of the French landing in 1797 – the last time mainland Britain was invaded.

Running from 10-5pm, the free event will be replicated across both days. It will comprise an unforgettable mix of live battle scenes, costumed French and British forces and the recreation of the French surrender treaty signing outside the historic Royal Oak Pub.

Starting at 10am, visitors will have the chance to explore the living heritage military camps, to see what life was like for the soldiers, as well as experience some hands-on activities. This will be followed with horse displays on Goodwick Beach Foreshore at 1pm with the beach battle re-enactment at 2.45pm.

The day will culminate with a short parade of the ‘surrendered' French forces through the town before signing the 'Surrender Treaty' outside the historic Royal Oak Pub.

For more information and the schedule of events visit: https://visitfishguard.co.uk/

While in Fishguard, new for summer, visitors can explore more than 2000 years of history by following a free downloadable Fishguard and Goodwick self-guided Heritage Trail.

For more information about the re-enactment, contact Adrian Tyrrell adrian.tyrrell@rousdon.com 07982 196897 or visit https://visitfishguard.co.uk/