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England's Medieval Festival England’s Medieval Festival-August Bank Holiday. England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre-25 & 26 November Gates are open daily from 10am to 6pm.
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England's Medieval Festival takes place every August Bank holiday weekend (last full three-day weekend in August)

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

es full armour jousting, mounted skill-at-arms, falconry, archery, cannon, 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. Weekend and day tickets available with camping, glamping and B&B options.

Our second and final day of England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre is in motion.Come down to join the festivities at Michelh...
26/11/2023

Our second and final day of England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre is in motion.

Come down to join the festivities at Michelham Priory House & Gardens.

Get your tickets at the gate from one of our fair maidens.

What a successful first day at England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre! Thanks to all of you who joined us at Michelham Prior...
25/11/2023

What a successful first day at England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre!

Thanks to all of you who joined us at Michelham Priory House & Gardens. What did you think of the Christmas medieval fayre experience?

If you missed out today, come and visit us tomorrow. Get your tickets from englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com to save.

The gates are open and our visitors are in at England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre. The arrows are flying, axes are hittin...
25/11/2023

The gates are open and our visitors are in at England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre.

The arrows are flying, axes are hitting targets, fires are roaring, brass band is playing and our winter witches are telling stories.

It’s not too late to visit, grab your tickets online for tomorrow to save at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com or visit us on the gate at Michelham Priory House & Gardens

24/11/2023
24/11/2023

Just one more sleep until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory!🎄

Come along for festive food and drink, birds of prey, medieval wolves, market traders, and much more. There will also be Christmas crafts, including gingerbread cookie decorating, reindeer food making, and letter writing to Santa!🎅 🦌

The weather forecast looks chilly and crisp - be sure to wrap up warm for your visit! ❄️🧣

Please note: There's no ATM at Michelham Priory, and whilst some stallholders accept cards, not all will. We recommend bringing cash to make the most of your medieval shopping and treats! 💰⚔️

Make sure to head over to our website TODAY to book your entry tickets and parking! Follow the link below:
https://sussexpast.co.uk/event/medievalchristmasfayre/

22/11/2023
22/11/2023

The team are hard at work getting the Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory House & Gardens ready for when you arrive.

Thanks to Solo Stove, we will have a number of their Fire Pits around the site for toasting giant marshmallows. As a special offer from Solo Stove, you can use the discount code CHRISTMASFAYRE10 to get an extra £10 off their already lowest prices of the year. Visit their website at https://solostove.com/en-gb

With just 3 days to go until the Fayre starts, don’t forget to book your tickets at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com

✨ Step back in time this weekend at England's Medieval Christmas. Join us on Saturday and Sunday for an enchanting journ...
22/11/2023

✨ Step back in time this weekend at England's Medieval Christmas. Join us on Saturday and Sunday for an enchanting journey into the traditions of the past.

A range of demonstrations will be taking place across the site, with the opportunity to try your hand at:

🔥 Blacksmithing: Witness the artistry of skilled blacksmiths as they craft intricate pieces over a roaring fire

🕯️ Candlemaking: Watch the traditional craft of candlemaking

✒️ Calligraphy: Discover the art of calligraphy with quill and ink

🌿 Wreath Making: Learn all about making this traditional Christmas decoration

📅 Saturday 25th November, 10am to 6pm

📅 Sunday 26th November, 10am to 5pm

Bring your family and friends to this unique celebration of Christmas traditions from centuries past.

👉 Book online and save: EnglandsMedievalChristmasFayre.com

21/11/2023

We’re excited to see our hilarious Jester… are you?

20/11/2023

We are thrilled to announce the winners of our Children’s Colouring Competition to win one of three family passes (2 adults & 2 children) to the magical England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory House & Gardens this Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th November.

We’d like to say a big THANK YOU to all the little artists who took part, it was a very difficult choice to make!

📣 Without further ado, the winners of the competition are:

✨ 0-3 Years – Theodora (Age 2)

✨ 4-7 Years – Maddi (Age 5)

✨ 8-12 Years – Kerem (Age 8)

Winners will be contacted shortly to claim their prize. Entrants who didn’t get selected can bring their coloured picture to the gate to receive a special treat as a thank you for entering 🤩

There’s still a chance to win a pair of adult tickets on the Michelham Priory House & Gardens – head over and click the pinned post at the top of the page to find out more. Entries must be received by 4pm on Tuesday!

🎄 Find out more about the event here: EnglandsMedievalChristmasFayre.com

❄️🐺❄️ 10 days to go until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, where you will see…The Watermill ‘Winter’ Wolves - learn a...
15/11/2023

❄️🐺❄️ 10 days to go until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, where you will see…

The Watermill ‘Winter’ Wolves - learn about training these amazing animals, or come by the stand for a chance of a fuss and photograph. They are great for a bit of winter warming hug for all ages.

Come and say hi to the wolves on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023 at Michelham Priory House & Gardens.

Advance bookings save at EnglandsMedievalChristmasFayre.com

14/11/2023

🎄🎄🎄 11 days to go until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, where you will see and hear…

Hope Cove - the superb musical maestros performing their music throughout the Fayre to create the merry festive atmosphere. Sit and watch them with a cup of hot cocoa or get up and dance to their catchy tunes.

Come and enjoy all the entertainment on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023 at Michelham Priory House & Gardens

Save when you buy your tickets in advance at EnglandsMedievalChristmasFayre.com

12 days to go until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, where you could go to see…Birds of Prey - a magical display of b...
13/11/2023

12 days to go until England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, where you could go to see…

Birds of Prey - a magical display of birds that will leave you in Festive amazement at Michelham Priory House & Gardens on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023.

Keep watching here to see even more of what will be at the Fayre in our 12 Days of Christmas countdown.

Book your tickets today and save when you book in advance at EnglandsMedievalChristmasFayre.com

12/11/2023

Get your creative side out at our festive family day on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023.

A range of Christmas craft activities are available inside the beautiful Michelham Priory buildings and marquees at England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre, including all the following for the Child’s Christmas Experience Day Ticket…

🍪 See who can make the most festive gingerbread
🧆 Make food for the reindeers, ready for their Christmas Eve visit
📝 Write Santa a letter with a quill and ink
🎄Make an ornament for your tree to remind you of your day out
🍚 Try some of the historical food that people would have eaten in medieval times
🏰 Listen to stories & Take a Selfie with Father Christmas
🔥 Marshmallows to Roast by the Fire!

Book your ticket early to save at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com

10/11/2023

Enjoy the Christmas atmosphere inside and out of the stunning Michelham Priory buildings, and the festively decorated tents and marquees.

While you're at the Fayre, get your loved ones something special for Christmas or treat yourself on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023 🎁

A range of market stalls will be open from 10am to 6pm selling handmade gifts and crafts.

When you are not shopping you can enjoy all the music and entertainment while you have some food or a drink by the roaring fires!

Save on your ticket when you book your time slot in advance at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com

07/11/2023

Want to see who has the best aim? 🎯🎯

Have a go at a range of outdoor activities at England's Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory, East Sussex.

Saturday 25th November & Sunday 26th November 2023

The perfect mix of Christmas merriment and medieval, including…

🏹 Medieval Archery
Practice your archery with our experienced instructors who will be able to give you a tip or two. Shoot your arrows at targets from different distances and crown your medieval warrior.

🪓 Viking Axe Throwing
Learn the art of axe throwing from one of our skilled vikings. See who has the best aim and declare your axe throwing winner. With axes for all ages and abilities the whole family can join in.

❄️ Snowball Launch
Find out who has the strongest arm when you launch your snowballs at the targets. Compete against each other or simply test yourself, practice your aim with our fun winter challenge.

And much more for all ages...

Looking to make a day of it? Save when get your activity card, and book your tickets online at englandsmedievalfestival.com

05/11/2023

Enter our Colouring Contest for the chance to win 2 x adult tickets, 2x children's tickets and 1 parking space for England’s Medieval Christmas Fayre.

Taking place on Saturday 25th November and Sunday 26th November 2023 at Michelham Priory, East Sussex.

All you have to do is download and colour in the Christmas Tree at https://bit.ly/englandsmedievalfestival and post your coloured tree on Facebook tagging us or email to [email protected]*. We will be picking a winner per age category*:
Below 3 years old*
4 years old to 7 years old*
8 years old to 12 years old*

Enter by 9am Monday 20th November 2023 and we will contact the winners shortly after*.

Don't worry if your colouring doesn't get selected, as you can also bring your coloured picture to the gate with your Child’s entry ticket, and receive a holiday treat!

*Full T&Cs can be found at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com

04/11/2023

Come and enjoy a magically memorable Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory, East Sussex ✨

A one-of-a-kind holiday event, with a range of have-a-go and craft activities for the whole family. Well behaved and festive dogs are welcome!

Enjoy music, minstrels, merriment, a marketplace, and Father Christmas, while soaking up the sights, smells and maybe a few snowflakes too! ❄️

Tickets available online for Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th November 2023, don't miss out. Save now and book your advance tickets at englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com

31/10/2023

Make Christmas magically memorable this year with our new festive experience at England's Medieval Christmas Fayre at Michelham Priory, East Sussex ✨

A one-of-a-kind holiday event, with a range of have-a-go and craft activities for the whole family.

Enjoy music, minstrels, merriment, a marketplace, and Father Christmas, while soaking up the sights, smells and maybe a few snowflakes too! ❄️

Tickets available online for Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th November 2023, don't miss out. Save now and book your advance tickets here englandsmedievalchristmasfayre.com/

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮! ⚔️The gates may have closed this past weekend after three glorious days of England's Medieval Festival at The...
31/08/2023

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮! ⚔️
The gates may have closed this past weekend after three glorious days of England's Medieval Festival at The King's Grove, Pippingford Park, but the memories are unforgettable.

The response from public and participants to the setting, atmosphere and action at our new location was overwhelmingly positive!

A huge thank you to everyone who made EMF 2023 such a magical experience. We could not have done it without all of your support.🤍

We are so pleased and excited that so many people can't wait until next year (24, 25 & 26 August 2024) that we are releasing our earliest ever Super Earlybird tickets starting 31 August 2023 at noon. 🎟️

The best way to experience the full atmosphere of the festival is to come and stay for the whole weekend.

There were evening parades with special horseback fire shows, outdoor cinema for all ages, medieval astronomy and bonfires.

While the forest sparkled at night, evening bands like Noble Jacks, Hope Cove and James Kerry Band got everyone in the Buxom W***h Tavern up and dancing. 🎶

Super Earlybird Weekend tickets will be going on sale this

Thursday 31st of August at noon!

http://www.englandsmedievalfestival.com/medieval/Tickets/

🗡️⚔️⚜️ We have so loved welcoming everyone to our new home here at the King's Grove in Pippingford Park for the most fan...
28/08/2023

🗡️⚔️⚜️ We have so loved welcoming everyone to our new home here at the King's Grove in Pippingford Park for the most fantastic Festival.

We really hope you've loved it as much as we have, do share your favourite memories with us.

As the sun sets on 2023 we are already looking forward to 2024...

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⚔️The excitement is mounting here at the Buxom W***h as Shad M Brooks from Shadiversity, is getting ready for his meet a...
28/08/2023

⚔️The excitement is mounting here at the Buxom W***h as Shad M Brooks from Shadiversity, is getting ready for his meet and greet here at 2pm today.

Don't miss your chance to meet the man himself, he can't wait to see you all!👋

Huzzah!

Good morning! How is everybody doing on this sunny bank holiday Monday? What a Saturday night in the Buxom W***h with Ja...
28/08/2023

Good morning!
How is everybody doing on this sunny bank holiday Monday?
What a Saturday night in the Buxom W***h with James Kerry Music and Noble Jacks.
Do your feet ache like ours from dancing the night away?

Same time, same place today, have a great day everyone!

*Day tickets also available at the gate.

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Today has been amazing, the sun shone, the mead flowed, faces were painted, stories were told, knights fought…What were ...
27/08/2023

Today has been amazing, the sun shone, the mead flowed, faces were painted, stories were told, knights fought…

What were your highlights? We would love to see your photos.

See you tomorrow?

We are off for a dance in the Buxom W***h...

And a little stargazing too...

27/08/2023

Devilstick PEAT here with a little message for you.

He'd love to see you all for our last day tomorrow on bank holiday Monday. Set to be an amazing, sun filled day, you don't want to miss this!

*Day tickets also available at the gate.

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Journey down the woodland walk along Low Road this weekend for Solstice Storytelling in The Enchanted Glade, listen to a...
27/08/2023

Journey down the woodland walk along Low Road this weekend for Solstice Storytelling in The Enchanted Glade, listen to animated talks about the Birds of Prey, and learn in the blacksmithing and arrow making workshops

*Day tickets also available at the gate.

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Who is looking forward to day two here at The Knight’s Grove? We’ll see you soon for more jousting, feasting and merrime...
27/08/2023

Who is looking forward to day two here at The Knight’s Grove? We’ll see you soon for more jousting, feasting and merriments.

*Day tickets also available at the gate.

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Thank you to everyone who came out to the festival today, what were your highlights?We would love you to share your phot...
26/08/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out to the festival today, what were your highlights?

We would love you to share your photos and memories with us in the comments.

More to come tomorrow...

26/08/2023

The sun is shining here at The Knight’s Grove and there's still time to join us this weekend🌤️

Day tickets are available at the gate or pack your bags and camp for the weekend, book your tickets at 🎟️ www.englandsmedievalfestival.com/medieval/Tickets/

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England's Medieval Festival takes place every August Bank holiday weekend 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 for day guests whilst weekend guests can stay all weekend with onsite camping, glamping and B&B options to suit all. There’s even the chance to stay in the castle! The Festival allows the visitor to step back in time, and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the colourful Middles Ages. Each day 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. Hertmonceux Castle 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 now!

http://englandsmedievalfestival.com/