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🎬 THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME: A TALKING COMMENTARY WITH NEIL McGURKOn Armistice Day, join us at Land of Iron for a special screening of The Battle of the Somme, the remarkable 1916 documentary that brought scenes from the Western Front to cinema audiences across Britain.
Filmed in the lead-up to the Battle of the Somme, on 1 July 1916 and in the weeks that followed, the film became one of the most widely watched films of its time.
But how much of what audiences saw was genuine, and how much was staged?
Throughout the screening, First World War researcher Neil McGurk will provide live commentary, exploring the circumstances in which the film was made, the events and locations captured on camera, and the messages it was intended to convey to audiences in 1916.
Neil's own interest in the First World War began with his grandfather's wartime experiences. His research deepened after discovering that his great-uncle was commemorated among the missing on the Thiepval Memorial.
Neil was also part of the historical advisory team involved in the making of Steven Spielberg's film War Horse.
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📅 Wednesday 11 November 2026 (Armistice Day)
🕡 6:30pm–8pm
📍 Land of Iron, Mill Lane, Skinningrove, TS13 4AP
🎟️ £5.50 per person plus online booking fee
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Find out more:
https://www.landofiron.org.uk/events/battle-of-the-somme-talking-commentary-neil-mcgurk-11-november-2026
Book tickets:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/landofiron/2469244
Please note: This screening includes original First World War footage, with scenes of warfare and casualties that some viewers may find distressing.
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Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.
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