International Medieval Jousting Tournament Family Events

Arundel Castle is proud to announce the return of its flagship summer event, the International Medieval Jousting Tournament

Arundel Castle is proud to announce the return of its flagship summer event, the International Medieval Jousting Tournament, set to take place from Tuesday 22nd to Sunday 27th July 2025

Now a highlight of the UK's historical events calendar, the six-day tournament will see eight champion knights from England, Poland, Portugal and Australia compete in a thrilling contest of skill, strength and chivalryThe competitors will vie for individual titles, national honour for their country and special awards, including the prestigious Chivalry Award and the Skill at Arms prize

Visitors can step back in time, witness a captivating spectacle of horseback combat, and watch in awe as these eight knights thunder down the tilt rail, lances shattering in clashes with their opponents

Beyond the jousting action, there's a full programme of family-friendly medieval entertainment, including falconry, a fire eater, medieval musicians and the renowned Arundel Castle 'Kids Battle'Guests can immerse themselves in the spirit of the event by trying their hand at archery, axe throwing and warrior training or by exploring a range of interactive medieval craftsMeanwhile, the living history encampment will bring the past to life with captivating demonstrations of forging, traditional cooking, leatherwork and other period skills-offering a vivid glimpse into everyday life in a medieval world

Event tickets include access to Arundel Castle's historic interiors, award-winning gardens and the full tournament arena experienceA range of food and drink options will be available, including the Knights' Table, the castle cafe and coffee shop, and the scenic tea terraceAlternatively, guests may bring their own picnic

Commenting on the return of this much-anticipated event, Andrew Lewis, Castle Manager at Arundel Castle, said:

"We are thrilled to welcome the International Medieval Jousting Tournament back to Arundel Castle for what promises to be another unforgettable yearThis event is a true celebration of history, pageantry and international sport, bringing together world-class competitors in one of the most breathtaking historic settings in the countryThe calibre of this year's lineup is exceptional, and we're proud to offer visitors a rare opportunity to witness the drama, skill and spectacle of traditional jousting up closeIt's an experience like no other and we can't wait to share it with returning guests and first-time visitors alike."

Tickets to the International Jousting Tournament (including access to the castle, grounds, gardens and have-a-go activities) are available at www.arundelcastle.org and cost from £32 per adult, £13.50 for a child, or £77.50 for a Family TicketChildren under the age of five can enter for free

Please note that catering and event details are subject to change, including due to weather conditions; for full details, check the websiteArundel Castle reserves the right to change events or access to areas at any timeAll catering is subject to menu and opening hours variations and availabilityAge and height restrictions apply to some of the visitor activities

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