Knight and Viking School with Histrionics at Bodiam Castle
A fun-filled day for all the family as you learn what it takes to be a real knight or Viking!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us for a fun-filled day for the entire family as you discover what it takes to be a real knight or Viking!
Experience action-packed tournament duels, arming a knight and get involved with storytelling shows and armour handling throughout the day, as performers from Histrionics present this interactive, family-friendly event. Perfect for those aged 3+.
Dates: 21 August to 25 August
Times: 10.30am–4pm, drop-in throughout the day
Price: Free with normal admission
Timetable of events:
10.30am: Viking storytelling
11.00am: Arming the Dragon Knights
11.30am: Dragon Knights’ duel
12.30pm: Children’s battle in Berk
1.30pm: Viking training
2:00pm: Children’s battle in Berk
2.30pm: Arming the Dragon Knights
3.00pm: Dragon Knights’ duel
3.45pm: Viking storytelling
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
This activity takes by on the grass outside the castle bridge.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.
- Accessibility
There are gravel paths from visitor reception to the castle and around the moat. Elsewhere in the grounds there is uneven terrain.
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