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Living History: Exmoor HEMA

Step back in time as Exmoor HEMA bring history to life.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Witness the skill of medieval combat as Exmoor HEMA bring history to life with authentic techniques, armour and weaponry.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Exmoor HEMA will be based on Green Court, outside the front of the castle.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather and wear sensible footwear.

Accessibility

Green Court is wheelchair and pushchair accessible. Trampers are available to hire for the morning or afternoon. Courtesy bus with wheelchair lift also available to bring visitors up to Green Court. Please note that the musket demonstrations will include loud noises that may not be suitable for some visitors and dogs. A schedule of firing will be available.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

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