Forget the Battle of Bosworth - the American Civil War Society will be taking up arms at Bosworth Show on Sunday when there will be skirmishes aplenty to keep war-hardy visitors on their toes.
Falling on the anniversary of the final day of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg - considered by many to have been the turning point of the Civil War - society faithful will recreate some crucial clashes for the watching crowds.
Society members will also be setting up a living camp at the show, which is being held on the eve of American Independence Day.
Organisers say it will be a feast for all the senses but are warning people to be prepared for some “bangs and flashes”.
Further conflict will be recreated by Second World War re-enactors
Throughout the show there will be two rings hosting ongong displays and entertainment, a flower show, stalls, stands, food and drink.
In recognition of its agricultural origins, there will be classes for heavy horses and cattle, plus demonsrations of hedgelaying, hurdle making, chainsaw sculpting and beekeeping. Displays will included mounted games and sidesaddle riding
Hounds from the Atherstone and Dove Valley and the North Warwickshire beagles will be on parade.
For visitors who prefer to be more hands-on, there will be a chance to try archery and fly fishing, with children given the chance to pet pigs, handle tarantulas and snakes and have a go at paddling a coracle.
Bosworth’s own bake off in the flower tent will feature home-made cakes, bread, jam and scones.
Growers will be competing for the best broad beans and sweet peas and children will be showing off their decorated gingerbread people and fairy cakes.
Food and drink will be available all day but visitors are welcome to take along a picnic instead.
The Market Bosworth Country Show will run from 10am to 5pm at Cow Pastures Farm, Market Bosworth.
Admission is £8 for adults, £5 for children and senior citizens, or £20 for a family of two adults and two children.
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Photos from last year's event