Hawkhurst Gang Re-enactment
The Hawkhurst gang
re-enactment society
THE HISTORIC HAWKHURST GANG RETURNS TO ITS ROOTS IN HAWKHURST.
The Hawkhurst Smugglers Gang established 2019 is a group of local Hawkhurstrian enthusiasts proud of its History and connections with the notorious 18th century Smuggler’s Gang.
A new era of smuggling has begun, with its new headquarters at the historical Commercial Inn / The Royal Oak Hotel Hawkhurst .
The aim of this group is to not only keep this history alive but also to highlight the community spirit by involving its self in various community projects and events.
The official launch of this group will be held on the 15th of June in memoriam of Mr John Davies… the master of writing about the smugglers history in Hawkhurst.. with all the funds raised will be used in promoting Hawkhurst History and to create informational leaflets ,cards and souvenirs for tourists and visitors .
In order to match this up and coming event…the Royal Oak Hotel has created a smugglers den, a new menu and various promotions through the day and upcoming months .
So an event not to be missed consisting of…history displays provided by HLHS…
Smuggler reenactment entertainment provided by some of the outstanding actors of Dymchurch’s Day of Syn Society established 1964 . Children's activities include treasure hunts with prizes and offers worth over £ 1000 , a BBQ and Bouncy castle and of course rounded of with live music in the evening.
The Royal Oak team and Nikki are very much looking forward to seeing and welcoming you all…
By Order of the Hawkhurst gang.
Rye, East Sussex
Rye used to have a harbour that came inland to the town, but as the harbour silted up, the coast line moved further out toward Camber. Quaint old town steeped in history, from the net drying shed to the cobbled stone that lead to the church and beyond. Once an island when the sea was inland, you travel to the town along what was once the seabed, which is the Marsh.
Gibbets Mill, Ye Olde Bell Inn, the Mermaid Inn and Camber castle can all be found here. Picture yourself back in the 1700's, listen for the sailors calling, the blacksmith toiling by his furnace, and picture the Hawkhurst gang, sitting with their pistols on the table in case of trouble.