Griffin Historical

23/08/2026

Back in February we spent a great week at Allington Castle filming this. A truck full of props, arms and armour, costumes and partially prefabricated sets that, combined with a brilliant team effort by cast and crew, has produced what looks to be a great watch!

Join historians Dan Snow and Professor Suzannah Lipscomb as they un...

23/07/2026

On our way!

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🔍 Become a Tudor explorer

There's so much to discover throughout our Hosting Henry VIII festival this weekend. Collect stamps as you explore the event, meet historic characters, take part in hands-on activities and see just how much Tudor history you can uncover before heading home.

Set off on your Tudor adventure at Hosting Henry VIII, Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 July.

Tickets are available on the door but we recommend booking in advance to avoid the queues - https://westhorsleyplace.org/whats-on/hosting-henry-viii-festival-1

18/07/2026

One ticket. A whole day of Tudor adventure.

There's just one week to go until we welcome King Henry VIII and his Tudor court to West Horsley Place.

Come and enjoy:
> Spectacular jousting
> Falconry displays
> Live theatre and music
> Tudor cooking
> Mini-jousting
> Sword fighting
> Archery
> Shield making
> Jester school
> And much more!

The best part? All activities are included in your ticket.

Bring a picnic, explore the historic estate and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, smells and flavours of Tudor England.

Join us at Hosting Henry VIII on Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 July.
10am - 5pm
Adult £20 | Child (4–16) £10 | Family (2+2) £55

Book now here - https://westhorsleyplace.org/whats-on/hosting-henry-viii-festival-1

30/06/2026

after a phenomenal 2 weeks at Chalke History Festival we are now heading to Carew Castle and Tidal Mill Castell a Melin Heli Caeriw and the wonderful joust!

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⚔️ GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST ⚔️
Step back to 1507, when Carew Castle hosted the last great medieval jousting tournament in Wales… and now the spectacle returns! 🏰

Experience a thrilling weekend of pageantry, martial skill, medieval combat, traditional crafts, authentic encampments and family fun. Watch Skill at Arms displays, witness the Arming of the Knight, try your hand at archery and immerse yourself in the medieval world.

Then comes the main event… THE JOUST! 🐎
Cheer for your favourite knight as horsemen thunder into the arena in an unforgettable clash of courage and skill.

⚔️ Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 July
🎟️ Booking is ESSENTIAL
📍 Entry to the Castle during this weekend is by pre-booked Joust ticket only.
Full day schedule: https://bit.ly/4tFELUS

03/06/2026

A very hectic and long May overseas now morphing into a similar June.

If you aren’t rushing about doing history stuff then why not head to Northamptonshire and elevate ( or start!) your historic riding skills at the excellent Historic Equitation! Highly knowledgeable and good fun!

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30/05/2026

The very busy May ( just before the busy June and busy July) is still going!

Although we are also at a few UK babies this weekend here is a taste of what visitors to the Shakespeare Vilkage at the in get to see in our area.

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28/05/2026

The Festival team is delighted to share the poster for this year's Barnet Medieval Festival on 6th and 7th June. We are deeply grateful to Turner - Artist for the wonderful artwork which depicts Lord Hastings, a key commander of the Yorkist forces and long-term support of Edward IV.
TICKETS are now available to buy in advance from our online shop: https://barnet-medieval-festival-committee.sumupstore.com/

23/05/2026

23/05/2026

A small selection from the Shakespeare Village here at