England's Medieval Festival at Herstmonceux Castle

England's Medieval Festival takes place every August Bank holiday weekend (last full three-day weekend in August) at Herstmonceux Castle, a 15th century moated castle in East Sussex, England.

This three day festival is the largest of it's kind in the United Kingdom, and is a magical weekend for the entire family.

Gates are open daily from 10am to 6pm.

The Festival allows the visitor to step back in time, and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the colourful Middles Ages.

Each day of the Festival features full armour jousting, mounted skill-at-arms, falconry, archery, cannon fors, 100's of Knights in battle, a Kid's Kingdom, music, minstrels, jesters, puppetry, dancing, traders, living history encampments, food, drink and much more medieval mayhem.

The Festival is accessible by vehicle, with ample free parking; by rail to Polegate Station with a Shuttle bus to the Castle and back. (approx. an hour south east of London by rail, and 2 hours by vehicle)

Weekend and day tickets available with camping, glamping and B&B options - you can even stay in the castle!