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The Secret Diary of Henry VIII

Get ready for outdoor theatre fun and learn how to keep your head in the Tudor Court (whilst others around you are losing theirs). Enjoy a mad-cap take on the astonishing life of King Henry VIII as the Three Inch Fools return to Speke Hall.

  • Booking essential

The Three Inch Fools present Britain’s most infamous monarch. The troupe of four join us this summer with a brand new production of kings, courtship and calamity… the Tudor way.

Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight after the death of his older brother, little Henry must learn to navigate the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French and re-writing religion. Henry can’t catch a break, as he struggles to find the right wife and his ultimate dream of having a son seems out of reach.

Make the most of early bird pricing on adult and family tickets - available up to and including April 7.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult Early bird£16.00
Adult Standard£18.00
Child 5-17£10.00
Concession Under 5£0.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Family Early bird (2 Adults 2 Children)£45.00
Family Standard (2 Adults 2 Children)£50.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for all ages

Meeting point

Enter via Visitor Reception from the car park. You will be directed to the North Lawn where the performance will take place.

What to bring and wear

We advise bringing something comfy to sit on and wearing plenty of layers - even if it's a lovely sunny day, it can get chilly on the North Lawn at night.

Accessibility

The North Lawn is fully accessible with some slight slopes.

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