Join The Jousting Fun At Hedingham Castle

Publish date: 2024-07-06

Looking for a marvellously medieval day out this summer? Then gather your knights a-round your table (see what we did there) and prepare yourselves for a smashing weekend.

The Knights of Royal England come to Hedingham Castle in Halstead this Sunday 25th and Monday 26th August and with loads to see and so much going on, this medieval masterpiece will definitely be a way to keep the kids entertained.

Whether you want to discover the history of the castle, find out all about the Knights of Royal England or want to catch the birds of prey in flight, there's definitely something for everyone. Find out exactly what's going on below.

Jousting with the Knights of Royal England
Sunday 25th & Monday 26th August
at Hedingham Castle, Halstead

Hedingham is the best preserved Norman Castle in England and this is your chance to step back in time to an age of chivalry, pomp and pagentry. Take a seat in the castle grounds to view the spectacle as with the thunder of hooves and the crack of splintering lances the Knights of Royal England battle it out to become champion.

And there's plenty more to enjoy, from archery and birds of prey to traditional music and the official Jester to the Castle (who also doubles up as the rat catcher!). Plus there's Face Painting, craft stalls, wood carving with a chainsaw and plenty of food and tasty snacks to feast on, you may even find a cheerful wench serving ale in the Castle Bar.

The Heart Angels will be joining in the fun too with games and some 21st century colouring for the little ones, so come and say 'Good Morrow'.

Check out all the fun here...

Medieval Jousting

Enjoy all the excitement and drama of spectacular jousting as The Knights of Royal England speed past at full gallop.

Castle Tours

Take a tour around Hedingham Castle and discover medieval life and see if you could be a lord or lady.

Try Archery

Try your skill with a traditional English Longbow with the Norfolk Longbowmen and see the armour piercing skills of Graeme the Medieval Archer.

Birds Of Prey

Meet the feathered stars of the show with the birds of prey display by Lavenham Falconry! Tudor Ladies!

Family Fun

Plus enjoy loads more family fun with face painting, stalls, a coconut shy, hoopla, maypole dancing and so much more!

 Book your tickets now as there's
10% off for online bookings!

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