It’s a few days before the battle of Worcester in 1651, and Oliver Cromwell and his army of 30,000 men are billeted in and around Stratford-upon-Avon.

Cromwell and his second-in-command, Major General Thomas Harrison, are staying at the Black Swan Inn (today’s Dirty Duck), where the final plans for the battle are to be discussed. They are also very hungry, tired, and very angry that this battle with Prince Charles (later Charles II) has to be fought. Will their anger and their emotions get the better of them?

Why not join Cromwell at Stratford’s famous actors pub for dinner and find out?

You will be intrigued by some of his fascinating family and comrades, and by someone who is not all he seems to be.

And you will be fed authentic (almost!) 17th century victuals, with intoxicating drink ( or non-alcoholic), that is almost of the period. All for £35 a head.

Starring former Hollywood actor, Garrick Huscared as Oliver Cromwell.

Sunday November 15th, 2009, at 7.30pm & Sunday November 22nd at 7.30pm

Tickets are now available from the Dirty Duck, Southern Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon – 01789 297312.

So come and enjoy an evening of high drama, intrigue, music, song, not a little laughter, and some of the finest food Stratford can offer.