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Pirates Take Over

Pirates Take Over

Sat 4 & Sun 5 Jul 2026 | 11am

A weekend of living history and discovery with thrilling sword fights, sea shanties, and tales of real 18th-century mutinies. Wander through the encampment, enjoy live period music, and sample authentic food. 

You will also have access to other areas on site including the Painted Hall.  

More information

 

Weekend Timetable

Saturday 4th July

  • 11:00-17:00 – Welcome in Living Histories (Green Matthews) | King Charles Lawn
  • 11:00-11:30 – Know Your Enemy | Painted Hall
  • 12:00-12:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 13:00-13:30 – Skirmish (Including firepower) | Upper Ground Square
  • 14:00-14:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 15:00-15:30 – Hoist The Colours | Admirals House
  • 16:00-16:30 – Firelocks and Cutlasses | Mezzanine Gallery
  • 16:30-17:00 – Green Matthews Depart Living Histories

Please Note: The Painted Hall will close at 3.30 pm on Saturday 4 July

 

Sunday 5th July

  • 11:00-17:00 – Welcome in Living Histories (Green Matthews) | King Charles Lawn
  • 11:00-11:30 – Know Your Enemy | Painted Hall
  • 12:00-12:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 13:00-13:30-  Skirmish (Including firepower) | Upper Ground Square
  • 14:00-14:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 15:00-15:30 – Hoist The Colours | Admirals House
  • 15:30-16:00 – Green Matthews Depart Living Histories

More information for the shows

 

 

Bookings are non-refundable or changeable.

Please note: At this time, we do not have full lift access to the Painted Hall. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you have specific access needs, please email boxoffice@ornc.org or phone 02082694799 in advance so we can plan the best possible support for your visit.

Ticket options

  • Adult (Pirates Take Over)
    Adult (Pirates Take Over)
    £19.00
    0 9 max
  • Wheelchair Accessibility +1 Guest / Personal Assistant (Pirates Take Over)
    Wheelchair Accessibility +1 Guest / Personal Assistant (Pirates Take Over)
    £19.00

    Admits one wheelchair user and one guest or personal assistant free of charge. Due to the historical nature of our buildings, only standard size wheelchairs / standard size electric wheelchairs (unfortunately, no electric mobility scooters etc). Limited to 1 wheelchair user at any one time within the Painted Hall* or Chapel. *At the moment lift only to upper floor of the Painted Hall.

    0 1 max

    Admits one wheelchair user and one guest or personal assistant free of charge. Due to the historical nature of our buildings, only standard size wheelchairs / standard size electric wheelchairs (unfortunately, no electric mobility scooters etc). Limited to 1 wheelchair user at any one time within the Painted Hall* or Chapel. *At the moment lift only to upper floor of the Painted Hall.

  • Personal Assistant (Pirates Take Over)
    Personal Assistant (Pirates Take Over)
    Free

    Disabled visitors are welcome to bring a personal assistant at no extra charge. Proof of eligibility may be required for this ticket.

    0 6 max

    Disabled visitors are welcome to bring a personal assistant at no extra charge. Proof of eligibility may be required for this ticket.

  • Child (Pirates Take Over)
    Child (Pirates Take Over)
    Free

    Up to four children aged 16 and under can visit for free when accompanied by an adult.

    0 10 max

    Up to four children aged 16 and under can visit for free when accompanied by an adult.

  • Concessions | Student (Pirates Take Over)
    Concessions | Student (Pirates Take Over)
    £9.50

    Valid student ID required on entry.

    0 9 max

    Valid student ID required on entry.

  • National Art Pass (Pirates Take Over)
    National Art Pass (Pirates Take Over)
    £9.50

    A valid National Art Pass is required for this ticket.

    0 9 max

    A valid National Art Pass is required for this ticket.

  • Concessions | Armed Forces serving personnel and veterans (Pirates Take Over)
    Concessions | Armed Forces serving personnel and veterans (Pirates Take Over)
    £9.50

    Valid Armed Forces serving personnel and Veterans ID required on entry.

    0 9 max

    Valid Armed Forces serving personnel and Veterans ID required on entry.

  • Universal Credit Day Ticket (Pirates Take Over)
    Universal Credit Day Ticket (Pirates Take Over)
    £2.00

    Proof of eligibility will be required for this ticket. Valid for 2 tickets per eligible person.

    0 9 max

    Proof of eligibility will be required for this ticket. Valid for 2 tickets per eligible person.

  • Group Adult (Pirates Take Over)
    Group Adult (Pirates Take Over)
    £17.10

    Group 10+ people, tickets valid for the day only.

    0 25 max

    Group 10+ people, tickets valid for the day only.

  • Group Concessions | Students (Pirates Take Over)
    Group Concessions | Students (Pirates Take Over)
    £8.55

    Group 10+ people, tickets valid for the day only. Valid student ID required on entry. 1 Free Group Leader (Adult ticket) for every 10 students. Free adult ticket(s) discount applied at 'Your Basket'.

    0 25 max

    Group 10+ people, tickets valid for the day only. Valid student ID required on entry. 1 Free Group Leader (Adult ticket) for every 10 students. Free adult ticket(s) discount applied at 'Your Basket'.

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Pirates Take Over

Sat 4 & Sun 5 Jul 2026 | 11am

A weekend of living history and discovery with thrilling sword fights, sea shanties, and tales of real 18th-century mutinies. Wander through the encampment, enjoy live period music, and sample authentic food. 

You will also have access to other areas on site including the Painted Hall.  

More information

 

Weekend Timetable

Saturday 4th July

  • 11:00-17:00 – Welcome in Living Histories (Green Matthews) | King Charles Lawn
  • 11:00-11:30 – Know Your Enemy | Painted Hall
  • 12:00-12:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 13:00-13:30 – Skirmish (Including firepower) | Upper Ground Square
  • 14:00-14:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 15:00-15:30 – Hoist The Colours | Admirals House
  • 16:00-16:30 – Firelocks and Cutlasses | Mezzanine Gallery
  • 16:30-17:00 – Green Matthews Depart Living Histories

Please Note: The Painted Hall will close at 3.30 pm on Saturday 4 July

 

Sunday 5th July

  • 11:00-17:00 – Welcome in Living Histories (Green Matthews) | King Charles Lawn
  • 11:00-11:30 – Know Your Enemy | Painted Hall
  • 12:00-12:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 13:00-13:30-  Skirmish (Including firepower) | Upper Ground Square
  • 14:00-14:30 – Green Matthews | Painted Hall
  • 15:00-15:30 – Hoist The Colours | Admirals House
  • 15:30-16:00 – Green Matthews Depart Living Histories

More information for the shows

 

 

Bookings are non-refundable or changeable.

Please note: At this time, we do not have full lift access to the Painted Hall. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you have specific access needs, please email boxoffice@ornc.org or phone 02082694799 in advance so we can plan the best possible support for your visit.

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