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Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)

Horrible Histories returns with Barmy Britain – the best bits of Britain’s nasty history for the whole family.

Thursday 30th July - Monday 31st August 2026
Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London
Various times
Thursday 30th July - Monday 31st August 2026
Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue in London
Various times
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)

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About Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026)

Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain (2026) plays at the Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ. It brings Barmy Britain – the best bits back to the stage, with a fast-moving look at British history that keeps the nasty bits in, from Boudicca and King John to the plague, Gunpowder Guy, Dick Turpin, Burke and Hare, and Queen Victoria.

The show is running for a limited summer season from 30 July to 31 August 2026. It is presented as a family show and is designed to entertain audiences with historical stories told on stage in the Horrible Histories style.

This production is listed at approximately 70 minutes with no interval.

Key facts: Runs 30 July–31 August 2026; duration 70 mins approx. (no interval); the performance on Thursday 20 August 2026 at 2:00pm is a Chilled Performance.

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The booking information provided states that the Thursday 20 August 2026, 2:00pm performance is a Chilled Performance. The information supplied does not include any age guidance, minimum age, child restrictions or accompaniment rules.

No refunds or exchanges after purchase.

Venue

Apollo Theatre
31 Shaftesbury Avenue
London
W1D 7EZ

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Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ

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