Historian, Broadcaster, Educator

One of the UK’s most exciting military historians, Andy Robertshaw reveals what life was like on the frontline of history. Andy provides a unique, interactive illustration of military life for groups of all ages. He is a world-renowned expert on the First World War, and on trench warfare and medicine in the trenches, in particular.  HIs most recent, and possibly the most ambitious project to date, is the setting up of the Centre for Experimental Military Archaeology (CEMA) at the Kent County Showground at Detling, near Maidstone, Kent which features a replica First World War one trench (See photo below) (See CEMA and Trench Experience pages for more details). The trench is now open for half-day school/army group visits.
A section of the Kent trench
Andy is  one again offering in-person talks as well as talks via Zoom ( or other platforms). Please contact ekhservices@gmail.com for details.

“Andy Robertshaw’s enthusiasm for the subject is contagious and each year my students come back inspired, with a concrete understanding of the subject. I cannot think of a better way for students to experience World War One”. Institute Notre Dame, Saint Germain-en-Laye, France

“The students really appreciated his enthusiasm, commitment, depth of knowledge and range of props – they were utterly engaged throughout . We would be delighted to invite him back.” Tonbridge Grammar School

“It has now been a number of years that Mr Robertshaw has been meeting with my students, explaining the intricacies of the Battle of the Somme and a soldier’s life in the trenches. Mr Robertshaw’s enthusiasm for the subject is contagious and, each year, my students come back inspired , with a concrete understanding of the subject. Mr Robertshaw does not simply lecture – he allows students to touch, hear, and see the war – through objects, video and activities. I cannot think of a better way to experience World War One”.

Deborah Leparc, Anglophone Section for Bilinguals, Institut Notre Dame, France.

A Soldier’s Life – trench tour

“What a fantastic school trip! Our Year 6 classes were able to experience first-hand what life would have been like in the trenches. Andy and his team have built a brilliant [replica] which gives children a vivid idea of the conditions. The talks were excellent and the children were engaged and curious throughout. One pupil said: “That was the best school trip I have ever been on.” We couldn’t recommend a visit highly enough. Thank you very much, Andy and team, for all of your kindness and hard work. We hope to return.”

Birchwood Grove Primary School, West Sussex