Events
Battle of Longwoods, War of 1812 Re-Enactment
May 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$10
On Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2026 join us as The Upper Thames Military Re-enactment Society and the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority present the Battle of Longwoods. Re-enactors come together to recreate the Battle of Longwoods and provide a glimpse into life during the early 19th century.Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day of the event. Come and experience life as a soldier, camp follower, Indigenous member and merchant. Step into an authentically recreated camp โ hear the crack of the musket, the roar of the cannon, the smell of food being prepared over open fire โ there is something for the whole family.
The weekend will include:
– Live action tactical and artillery demonstrations
– Live period music throughout each day
– Military Medicine Presentation โ the Surgeon will demonstrate what types of procedures and medicine was available during this time
– Camp Tour โ Walk back through time with a guided tour of a historical military encampment.
– Mini Militia โ Children experience what it was like to become a soldier during the 1800s. They will learn about a soldierโs life in battle, take part in simple arms drills, and marching.
– Take a stroll through Merchant Row โ sutlers, merchants and artisans are selling items that can be purchased.
– Self guided tours through Ska-Nah-Doht Village and the various nature trails throughout Longwoods Conservation Area.
– Live action tactical and artillery demonstrations
– Live period music throughout each day
– Military Medicine Presentation โ the Surgeon will demonstrate what types of procedures and medicine was available during this time
– Camp Tour โ Walk back through time with a guided tour of a historical military encampment.
– Mini Militia โ Children experience what it was like to become a soldier during the 1800s. They will learn about a soldierโs life in battle, take part in simple arms drills, and marching.
– Take a stroll through Merchant Row โ sutlers, merchants and artisans are selling items that can be purchased.
– Self guided tours through Ska-Nah-Doht Village and the various nature trails throughout Longwoods Conservation Area.
– Ska-Nah-Doht Museum will be open to the public during the event.
– Local Service Club will be providing food for purchase throughout the event
Anticipated Schedule:
10:30 am Battalion Drill
11:15 am Rations, Recipes and Realities
11:30 am Military Surgeon
12:30 pm War Council
1:15 pm Camp Tour
2:00 pm Battle Demonstration
3:00 pm Mini Militia
11:15 am Rations, Recipes and Realities
11:30 am Military Surgeon
12:30 pm War Council
1:15 pm Camp Tour
2:00 pm Battle Demonstration
3:00 pm Mini Militia
Entrance per person is $10 for 13 years+, 12 years and under as well as military in uniform are free.
Please Note: LTVCAโs parking pass is not applicable for this event.
Please Note: LTVCAโs parking pass is not applicable for this event.
For the most up-to-date information visit:ย http://www.royal-scots.com/
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Date: May 2-3, 2026
๐ Time: 10:00 a.m. โ 4:00 p.m.
๐ Location: Longwoods Road Conservation Area, 8348 Longwoods Road, Mount Brydges, Ont., N0L 1W0
๐ Time: 10:00 a.m. โ 4:00 p.m.
๐ Location: Longwoods Road Conservation Area, 8348 Longwoods Road, Mount Brydges, Ont., N0L 1W0