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Welcome to this edition of our monthly newsletter.
Up and down the UK this summer Medieval Knights will be battling it out at
jousting tournaments and events hosted at some of the UK's finest castles. Why not
enjoy a medieval day out this summer, suitable for all age groups fun-filled jousting events
will keep you entertained as you cheer on your favourite knight.
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Travel back 600 years at Bolton Castle and discover all about
military life in the early 1300s. With displays of arms, archery competitions
and knight demonstrations you will learn all about
medieval weaponry and armour before experiencing the excitement and drama of a
full foot tournament. |
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Telephone:
01732 865224 |
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HEVER CASTLE |
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A spectacular battle during July and August will be taking place when Sir Sam
invites French knights to partake in a joust. |
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Telephone:
01709 863329 |
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CONISBROUGH CASTLE |
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During July meet Gilbert Savage the medieval executioner or see what life was
like in a medieval castle, dress up as 'Robin Hood'. |
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What's On |
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Visit Leeds Castle during July
for a range of spectacular events including, meeting the wildlife
warden and learning about the black swans, enjoy the Royal Philharmonic
Orchestra in our open air classical concert or watch The Lord Chamberlain’s Men
revive the traditions of an Elizabethan theatre. |
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Gladiators will be visiting Caldicot Castle on the 27th
and 28th August and will be giving training demonstrations in the morning followed by sharp weapon
display, then Gladiator bouts in the afternoon as well as roman military life living history running
parallel with craft talks and demonstrations. |
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In Focus |
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Telephone:
01553 631330 |
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CASTLE RISING |
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Visit us on the 20th and 21st July to see what it was like when the royalists
took control of Lynn, see what life was like in the camp... |
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Telephone:
0870 756 6060 |
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TOWER OF LONDON |
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Visitors can enjoy seeing the figures of armoured kings, displayed with
life-sized wooden horses, re-displayed for 2013.... |
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Attraction to Visit |
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On the 27th and 28th July Skipton Castle
will be stepping back in time to 1193 when it
was interrupted by the unexpected arrival of the legendary Queen Eleanor, mother
of King Richard's the Lion Heart to raise money for King Richard ransom. See what
life in the 12th century castle. |
