There's nothing like a battle re-enactment to give you a sense of what life was like on the battlefield and see how the historic events that took place there played out.

But if you've never been to a re-enactment event, what can you expect on the day?

We asked some of our Members to explain what makes a battle re-enactment event an unforgettable day out and why they would recommend going to one - from the feeling of being transported back in time, to the opportunity of experiencing history first hand.

English Heritage membership really does have the power to make you happier! To prove it, we asked a selection of our Members to share some of the experiences that have put a smile on their faces.

These include everything from planning fun days out or creating treasured family memories, to visiting new places or discovering ancient skills.

Longstanding Member Peter explains, "It's a wonderful way of immersing yourself in a small area of history - you go away thinking about things in a slightly different way having had that experience."