England's Medieval Festival

Portcullis, Bombus Lucorum, Vollsanger , Pentacle Drummers, Partridge Pluckers, Flaxen Meade, de Mowbray's Musicke, Peasants Pottage, Zeitenwande

A complete day out for the entire family …enjoy the thrill of Knights Jousting; Twice daily Battle and Siege of the Castle; Grand Parade; Falconry displays; Hundreds of Craftsmen and Traders; a Kid’s Kingdom; Minstrels, Magicians; Jesters; Hog Roasts and much more medieval mayhem!

Or enjoy a full weekend Camping or Glamping at England's Medieval Festival, overlooking the beautiful, moated Herstmonceux Castle. Bring your own camping tents, or Glamp in weatherproof canvas Bell tents with beds, blankets, rugs, table and lights inside; and a crackling fire and medieval torches outside.
The largest and most authentic medieval festival in the UK; where visitors can step back in time for the day or the weekend.

There are three outdoor and two indoor stage areas, with performances throughout the day; and in the evening all performances are indoors in the main marquee.

Performers include: Portcullis, Bombus Lucorum, Vollsanger , Pentacle Drummers, Partridge Pluckers, Flaxen Meade, de Mowbray's Musicke, Peasants Pottage, Zeitenwanderer, Perdix, United & Queen's Players
Real Ale & Mead Festival, with over 20 locally sourced real ales from the Sussex area, and 20+ varieties of mead from England, Scotland, Wales and Europe.

Day Visitors and Weekend Camping, Glamping and B&B available on the grounds.

Shuttle Bus from Polegate Station to the Castle during the Festival.

By car - Wartling Road, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN