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Home > Heritage > Medieval St George’s Day at Bolsover

Medieval St George’s Day at Bolsover

By Caroline King - April 17, 2012Posted in : Heritage

St George’s Day events, photo courtesy of English Heritage When: 21st & 22nd April 2012, 11am – 4pm

Where: Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire

£: Adults 8, concessions 7.20, children 4.80, family 20.80 and English Heritage members free

What is it?

Celebrate St George’s day at Bolsover Castle, as medieval knights fight for their honour with awesome combat displays.  Hear tales of medieval crime and punishment, see a variety of living history demonstrations and learn all about the weapons of the time.  Watch as the children take part in a special kids drill and get the chance to try on armour to become a brave knight.

More info: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tagged With: Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire events, East Midlands, English Heritage, Family events, St George's Day

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