Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)
Fri 14 Aug · 15:00
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*Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)* is a family music-theatre show scheduled at Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London on 14 August 2026. The performance presents comedic takes on British history for audiences. Tickets start from £23.40.
About Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) at the Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ brings Horrible Histories live on stage with Barmy Britain – the best bits. It presents British history with the nasty bits left in, in a family show running during summer 2026.
The show features Boudicca, King John and the Magna Carta, the plague, Guy Fawkes and Parliament, Dick Turpin, Burke and Hare, and Queen Victoria. It is described as a way to entertain the whole family this Summer.
The run is from 30 July to 31 August 2026.
Key facts: Running time is 70 minutes approximately, with no interval.
Before you book
The performance on Thursday 20 August 2026 at 2:00 PM is a Chilled Performance. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.
Venue
Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 15:00.
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) is held at Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London (Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ).
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) are priced at £23.40. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)
Editorial Summary
*Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)* is a family music-theatre show scheduled at Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London on 14 August 2026. The performance presents comedic takes on British history for audiences. Tickets start from £23.40.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
About Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) at the Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ brings Horrible Histories live on stage with Barmy Britain – the best bits. It presents British history with the nasty bits left in, in a family show running during summer 2026.
The show features Boudicca, King John and the Magna Carta, the plague, Guy Fawkes and Parliament, Dick Turpin, Burke and Hare, and Queen Victoria. It is described as a way to entertain the whole family this Summer.
The run is from 30 July to 31 August 2026.
Key facts: Running time is 70 minutes approximately, with no interval.
Before you book
The performance on Thursday 20 August 2026 at 2:00 PM is a Chilled Performance. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.
Venue
Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)?
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 15:00.
Where is Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) taking place?
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) is held at Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London (Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ).
How much are tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)?
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) are priced at £23.40. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
How do I get tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)?
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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