To Royalists, he was a nightmare made real: a tradesman who refused to stay in his place.

Join Professor Andrew Hopper, Professor of Local and Social History at the University of Oxford, for a fascinating exploration of the remarkable rise of John 'Tinker' Fox, one of the most formidable Parliamentarian commanders of the English Civil Wars.

Following Prince Rupert's devastating assault on Birmingham, Fox seized his opportunity, becoming a key figure in a conflict fought not through grand battles, but through garrisons, raids and relentless skirmishes across the Midlands. This special event also includes the premiere of a brand-new short documentary film, bringing Fox's story and the realities of war in the region to life.

Ticket Information

Standard Admission: £10
Concession: £3
Age guidance: 14+

Book tickets here.