Looking for some ‘living history’ to see historical Britain live in colour? NationalRail.com has put together a list of some of the best events, locations and festivals for seeing Medieval re-enactments – book your train tickets and bring the whole family to experience living history at these great spots around the UK!
Carisbrooke Castle
Take the Island Train to visit this gorgeous Medieval castle and view a variety of exciting re-enactments. Featuring numerous living history events throughout the season, this castle offers entertainment for the family: bring the kids to Knight School or watch a joust match!
Warkworth Castle and Hermitage
Visit the lush Northumberland and witness a recreation of fighting knights at Warkworth Castle.
Plan your visit in advance based on what type of event you’d prefer to see. Choose from falconry, Medieval jousting, ‘Courtly Combat,’ Myths and Legends and more – find all the re-enactments on the English Heritage site.
Pendennis Castle
Henry VIII’s Cornwall fortress offers amazing views and exciting living history events. Actors bring jousting and even pirates to life in numerous events held throughout the season. Plan a summer visit to enjoy the warmer temperatures and historical entertainment at this epic castle!
Old Sarum
Witness a Grand Medieval Joust at Old Sarum at the end of August 2017. This Salisbury point of interest also features an Iron Age hillfort, Norman Castle and cathedral remains, and hosts theatre events and archaeological digs throughout the summer.
British re-enactment events in 2017:
Relive the Battle of Largs at the Largs Viking Festival, 2-10 September 2017, and celebrate the Viking heritage in Scotland.
Take in the Battle of Bosworth at the Bosworth Medieval Festival in Leicester, 19-20 August 2017.
Celebrate Britain’s military history at the War and Peace Revival, 25-29 July 2017 in Kent.
The National Living History Fayre is held twice annually in different locations in the UK.
