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Home > Festival > St George's Day festival fun

St George's Day festival fun

By Caroline King - April 10, 2010Posted in : Festival, Heritage

When: 24th & 25th April 2010

Where: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire

£: 14 adults, 11.90 concessions, 7 children, 35 family ticket.

English Heritage members: 7 adults, 6 concessions, 3.50 children, 17.50 family ticket.

Pre-booking is recommended by phoning 0870 333 1183.

What is it?

Head for the biggest St George’s Day extravaganza in the country complete with dramatic equestrian and falconry displays, children’s theatre, a historic market, a living history camp and a chance to try your hand at traditional games. The highlight of the day will be the traditional battle of wits between St George and the dastardly dragon.

More info: English Heritage

Tagged With: East, St George's Day, Wrest Park

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