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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. 

More information

 

  • Tickets give access to the Painted, Visitor Centre & pirate activities around the site.   
  • Full schedule of the activities will be posted online & emailed nearer to the date.

 

 

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'.

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. 

More information

 

  • Tickets give access to the Painted, Visitor Centre & pirate activities around the site.   
  • Full schedule of the activities will be posted online & emailed nearer to the date.

 

 

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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