ABOUT US
The Field Detectives is a group of historians that seek opportunities to survey fields that can tell us more about how our historic landscapes evolved. By sharing the findings from our field surveys, we help to inform and re-engage people with their local heritage. One of our favourite sayings is “Every field tells a story”.
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FRIENDS OF THE FIELD DETECTIVES
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We are a self-funded group, and if you would like to help us with our investigations, we would welcome any donations. Please click on the logo for further details. Thank you.
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The Trial of Colonel Francis Hacker will take place at
St Mary Magdalene Church in Newark, Nottinghamshire.
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On Friday, 8th May 2026 at 7:00 pm
Meet & Greet from 6:30 pm
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The good people of Stathern in Leicestershire are taking their infamous regicide to the Royalist stronghold in Newark, Nottinghamshire, to be tried for the part he played in the murder of King Charles I in 1646.
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You will be transported back to the year of Our Lord 1660, where you will join a jury of many to hear the evidence laid before Francis.
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Once the witnesses have been called to testify and the summary of charges presented, you will cast your verdict.
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Is he INNOCENT, or is he GUILTY?
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WHAT WILL YOU DECIDE?
Numbers are limited, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
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​Tickets £10
Book Here​
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SEARCHING FOR A GHOSTLY ROMAN ROAD
Meet The Detectives for breakfast on Sunday, 19 April and join the team for the investigation on Saturday, 23 & Sunday, 24 May.
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Grange Hill, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex, CO6 1RE
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Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 12 noon.
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'We will be opening the Barn especially for your group’s visit.'
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This is an incredible opportunity to learn how the National Trust was able to restore the barn.
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​Link to website​​ - Grange Barn │ Colchester │ Essex | National Trust
Visit to a 13th-century monastic barn
The Field Detectives Talks Calendar