The main aim of this Society is to stimulate interest in the authentic re-creation of seventeenth century military life and in so doing we endeavour to entertain and instruct our own members and the visitors to our events. We do this by continually striving for historical authenticity in our clothing, artifacts, methods, weapons and tactics.

The two elements of the English Civil War Society, the King's Army and the Roundhead Association, are organisations of enthusiasts who gather together at 'musters' throughout the country during the annual 'campaign season', which lasts from March to October, to re-enact events of the English Civil Wars. We have been active for over 25 years, seeking to recreate that turbulent period in English history, when the country was torn apart by a Civil War in which brother fought against brother.

Our authentic re-creations of seventeenth century life are conducted by staging events at venues throughout the country. The size of our events can be scaled to suit the nature of the venue and the circumstances.

Considerable research, expertise and enthusiasm has gained us respect from all quarters, leading to involvement in assisting museums and featuring in numerous documentary films and educational programmes. We are also active in the preservation of our heritage, as well as in education and raising interest in this period in history.