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Outdoor Theatre: King Arthur and the Holy Fail

Outdoor musical theatre at its finest, follow an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem.

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The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem.

In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero - waiting in the wings - who went by the name of Arthur. But when Camelot is rocked to its core by a tragic - and frankly improbable - incident involving a large table of an undisclosed shape, Arthur is thrust into the quest of a lifetime. Will he bravely battle through blistering cold and scorching fire to save his beloved realm, or will he crumble as fate refuses to cooperate?

Destiny awaits, chivalry calls, and the quest to end all quests begins. Saddle up - things are about to get legendary.

★★★★★ – “So entertaining…laugh-out-loud funny”

★★★★★ – “Riotously fun. Hugely enjoyable”

★★★★★ – “The ultimate British theatrical experience” – Hastings Independent Press

★★★★★ – “Great fun for the whole family…my kids are still talking about it!”

Please note that this is an outdoor performance, and picnics are very welcome. The performance will last approximately 100 minutes (+ a 20 minute interval).

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £1.88 booking fee included£23.88
Child (under 5)£0.00
Child (under 18) £1.16 booking fee included£13.16

The basics

Booking number

Call 07714 028770

Accessibility

The event is held on short, flat grass. There will be an accessible toilet facility on-site along with accessible parking.

Meeting point

This event will take place in the Stableyard, please park in the main visitor car park.

Suitability for children

Children welcome

What to bring and wear

Please bring blankets/chairs/cushions to sit on and come prepared for the Great British weather, as the performance will continue come rain come shine!

Other

7pm start time, gates open from 6pm. We ask that you don't bring umbrellas as these can obscure the audience view.

Contact info

The Three Inch Fools

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