VISITORS flocked to a living history event which featured more than 250 re-enactors.
Despite the cold snap this weekend, Bodrhyddan Hall in Rhuddlan welcomed about 1,000 visitors to No Man's Land over the Saturday and Sunday.
WW2 German Paratroops during campside weapons training. Picture: Phil Micheu
The event showcased authentic period uniforms and displays of original equipment and weapons from the First World War and Second World War. There were also firing demonstrations, military vehicles and trench warfare.
A menacing view of a First World War German machine gun nest. Picture: Phil Micheu
Tom Rowley-Conwy, whose father is Lord Langford, manages events at Bodrhyddan.
He said: "The weekend saw us host a brilliant re-enactment event. Both days were well attended by the public who came along to see our 250 plus re-enactors replicate everything from a road block on arrival to firing demonstrations, military vehicles and trench warfare.
"Well if the boys can do it why can't we?" Sisters Millie and Maisie Lilley-Boag of Rhuddlan feel what it's like to carry a WWI Lee Enfield rifle. Picture: Phil Micheu
"It was fantastic to see a wide demographic of attendees.
"We hope that events like No Man's Land serve to both educate and entertain the public, whilst also reminding visitors of the ultimate sacrifice made by those who fought in the wars.
Firing an infantry mortar during a live fire display at Bodryddan Hall. Picture: Phil Micheu
"Bodrhyddan served as the perfect backdrop to the event with many of our ancestors having served in the world wars and there are many fascinating mementos within the hall on display.
In the uniform of a WW2 Nurse Captain, Linda Taberner relaxes with her little soldier grandson Oscar Hastings. Picture: Phil Micheu
"We would like to thank the re-enactors who made the weekend such a huge success, as well as everyone who attended the event who have given us such wonderful feedback."
Bodrhyddan opens to the public from June to September, every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon between 2-5pm.
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