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Outdoor Theatre - The (Almost) Complete History of Britain

Outdoor theatre returns this summer with the Pantaloons Theatre Company’s hilarious and inventive history of Britain.

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Mud, blood and stiff upper-lips! Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company on a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive show that tells the entire story of Britain in under 2 hours. Have you ever wanted to see the life of Henry VIII told as a romantic comedy or the tale of the Spanish Armada reimagined as a light operetta? Probably not. But that won't stop The Pantaloons retelling great moments from the country's past in a variety of surprising genres! Featuring live music, audience interaction and wild historical inaccuracy.

"Laugh-out-loud funny... endless verve and utterly infectious joy." (Northwich Guardian)

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult (Adult - 18 and over)£21.00
Child (Child - under 5)£0.00
Group (2 Adults and 2 Children)£60.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
(Youth - under 18)£12.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Suitability

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

Arrive at the Visitor Reception Building at Speke Hall. Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 7pm

What to bring and wear

Pack a picnic with your favourite snacks and drinks, bring a camping chair and a blanket. Make sure to dress warmly as this event is outside.

Accessibility

Please be aware that there is a moderate distance walk from the Visitor Reception Building to the site of the performances on the North Lawn. The paths are mostly accessible. However, if you have any access requirements, please let us know in advance and we will ensure to accommodate your visit as much as possible.

Upcoming events

Festival of Blossom - Poetry in Blossom 

This May half term, celebrate the Festival of Blossom at Speke Hall with a self-led poetry trail. Discover poems by Simon Armitage, with accompanying audio recordings created with LYR.

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on
20 Apr to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 41 other dates or times

Mini Makers 

Crafty fun for little ones on selected Mondays throughout the year at Speke Hall's Home Farm Restaurant.

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on
20 Apr to 13 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 12 other dates or times

Half Term Indoor Mouse Trail 

This May half term, step inside Speke Hall and follow a playful seven-stop trail. Discover hidden mice celebrating blossom and spring folklore!

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on
22 Apr to 31 May 2026
at 12:30 to 16:30+ 29 other dates or times

May Day 

The highly anticipated May Day weekend returns to Speke Hall, with three days of medieval merriment, music, and family-friendly fun.

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on
2 May to 4 May 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times