Re-enactors David Farrance dressed in a 1937 French 21st Tirailleurs uniform with Pauline North representing the women's land army.

placeholder image — Re-enactors David Farrance dressed in a 1937 French 21st Tirailleurs uniform with Pauline North representing the women's land army.

Eden Camp’s Living History Weekend 2026: Best photos from Yorkshire immersive 1940s event including historical reenactors

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Published 5th Apr 2026, 11:43 BST

Updated 8th Apr 2026, 09:10 BST

The Living History Weekend returned to Eden Camp with a variety of immersive activities and performances where visitors could experience the 1940s - here are the best photos from the event.

Eden Camp’s Living History Weekend aims to transport visitors back to the 1940s with a range of historical reenactors who recreate the sights, sounds, and stories of the Second World War.

The event started on Saturday, April 4 and will finish on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Here are some of the highlights from the first day, courtesy of The Yorkshire Post photographer Tony Johnson.

5. Eden Camp’s Living History Weekend 2026

Women's land army re-enactors Eleanor Turner, Marie Mckendry, Charlotte Turner, Alex Mckendry and Emma Turner with Bonnie the dog. Photo: Tony Johnson