England's Medieval Festival 2016 Family Events

An unforgettable family experience in a unique fairy tale location. Immerse yourself in the sights sounds, smells of the past.

Step back in time and immerse your family in the spectacular magic of the past. England’s Medieval Festival is the most authentic, one-of-a-kind event in the UK with a very special blend of history and fun for the whole family. From the moment you arrive you are surrounded by the sights, smells and excitement of medieval times. Realistic historical battles, jousting, performers, horses, archery, music, traditional crafts, eating, drinking, shopping and day-to-day life of the past.
Herstmonceux Castle is a fairy tale setting for a totally different family weekend. Wizards, jesters, knights, dragons and princesses await the kids. Guests can enjoy medieval glamping, standard camping in the castle grounds, or even a real bed in the onsite B&B. Or just come for the day.
With so much to see and do, it’s easy to see why so many guests return year after year, and now bring their own children to share the magic. Grandparents, babies and even the pet dog are welcome!

Highlights of the Weekend include:

- Jousting – twice daily shows
- Musical entertainment – traditional, folk and everything in between
- Daily grand parades, and an evening torch lit procession
- Minstrels, magicians and 'The Mud Show'
- Jesters, jugglers and bird of prey
- Kids’ Kingdom: drum, sword and jester schools, archery, medieval bushcraft, stage shows, pony rides, medieval skittles and crafts, campfire storytelling and star-gazing.
- Workshops: chain mailing, iron work, wood weaving, calligraphy, brass rubbing, candle making, stone carving
- Hundreds of traditional craftsmen and traders
- Outdoor evening cinema, fire shows and a wooden ferris wheel
- Huge range of craft ales, ciders & mead at the Buxom Wench & Jester Taverns
- Excellent traditional food - savour hogs roasting over open coals
- Medieval banquet in the castle
- Stunning surroundings in the beautiful castle gardens and grounds.

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