Skip to content
Skip to content

The Three Inch Fools: The Secret Diary of Henry VIII

Outdoor theatre at its finest with their brand new comedy – a mad-capped take on Britain’s most epic monarch, and those infamous wives.

  • Booking advisable

The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing religion.

★★★★★ – “So entertaining…laugh-out-loud funny” ★★★★★ – “Riotously fun. Hugely enjoyable” ★★★★★ – “The ultimate British theatrical experience” – Hastings Independent Press ★★★★★ – “Great fun for the whole family…my kids are still talking about it!”

Please note that this is an outdoor performance, and picnics are very welcome. The performance will last approximately 100 minutes (+ a 20 minute interval).

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult Adult (Early bird)£16.00
Adult Adult£18.00
Child Under 5s go free£0.00
Child Child (Under 18)£10.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01246 850430 Online booking only.

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Please meet in the Stableyard, parking is available in the main carpark.

What to bring and wear

Please bring blankets/chairs/cushions to sit on and come prepared for the Great British weather, as the performance will continue come rain come shine!

Accessibility

The event is held on short, flat grass. There will be an accessible toilet facility on-site along with accessible parking.

Other

We ask that you don't bring umbrellas as these can obscure the audience view.

Upcoming events

Event

Material Power: Let the textiles do the talking 

A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.

Event summary

on
3 May to 3 Nov 2024
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 184 other dates or times
Event

Dawn Chorus Walk 

Calling all early birds to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day for a mindful 5am bird walk around the parkland.

Event summary

on
5 May 2024
at
05:00 to 08:00
Event

'A Virtuous Woman' by Layla Khoo 

Reimagine the 'Lost Embroidery' at Hardwick Hall: Join Layla Khoo and stitch the fabric of modern virtue through creative participation.

Event summary

on
8 May to 3 Nov 2024
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 55 other dates or times
Event

Discover Hardwick Walk 

Fully accessible guided group walk in the grounds of Hardwick Hall's most iconic buildings.

Event summary

on
8 May to 29 May 2024
at
13:30 to 15:00
+ 3 other dates or times