The Secret Diary of Henry VIII

About the Performance

The Secret Diary of Henry VIII – The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing religion. The Fools hit the road with this brand new comedy – a mad-capped take on Britain’s most epic monarch, and those infamous wives.

★★★★★ – “So entertaining…laugh-out-loud funny”
★★★★★ – “Riotously fun. Hugely enjoyable”
★★★★★ – “The ultimate British theatrical experience” – Hastings Independent Press
★★★★★ – “Great fun for the whole family…my kids are still talking about it!”

Bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping-chairs and join us on our outdoor adventure at some of the most beautiful and historic landmarks in the UK. Come prepared for the weather – the performance will continue come rain come shine!

This performance is suitable for age 5+

Ticket and Important Information

Adults £18
Children (5-17) £12
2 Adult family (2+2) £55
1 Adult family (1+2) £38

Open Air Theatre tickets are not included in Museum membership, members need to book tickets to attend the theatre performances.

Doors will open from 5.00pm with performances starting at 5.30pm.

There are no allocated seats for the performance, so you are free to sit where you would like. We just ask that you are mindful of other ticket holders when choosing your spot! Please note that seating won’t be provided so you will need to bring your own chair or picnic blanket. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic to enjoy, and top up with drinks and snacks from our shepherd hut.

Our Museum shepherds hut will be open from 5.00pm before the performance and during the interval offering hot drinks, alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks, light snacks and ice creams.
Please note that the Museum café closes at 4:45pm and hot food stops at 3:00pm.

The performance will be taking place outside and the British weather can be unpredictable so please ensure you are dressed appropriately and bring your own seating. In the unlikely event of a downpour, we will have waterproof ponchos available to purchase from our Museum gift shop. Also, please do also bear in mind that despite the heat during the day, the temperature can drop quite significantly once the sun goes down so you may wish to bring extra layers. Please note that dogs are NOT permitted at the evening theatre performances.

Event organiser is Weald and Downland Living Museum.