MEDIEVAL MARKETPLACE

If you've ever wondered what it might have been like to stroll through a medieval bazaar, this is your chance. Sellers of swords and fine meads, purveyors of armour or Viking traders, flag-sellers, costumiers, tarot readers and toyshops; the choices are exciting and engaging. If it seems medieval, this is the place to find it.

We make it as easy as possible for local traders and business-owners to become involved in the event, from assistance with theming and dressing stalls or costumes, to ideas for special or bespoke content to amuse and inspire event-goers and participants. Re-Enactment Traders are particularly welcome at the Tournament and are free to trade from the Living History Village.

Our marketplace is organised as part of the promenade, a long stroll about the highlights of the event, helping folk to interact and engage with the spectacle around them. Located on the promenade are the historical campsites and arenas for combat on foot and on horse, the feast tent and medieval food-court, catapults and, of course, the market.

 

JUGGA -

It's a bit like rugby, only a lot more violent. Jugga is a fast paced game played with the skull of a sheep for a ball. Teams of 8 contest in armour, using weapons to score goals.

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MAYPOLE -

Dancing the Maypole was an ancient tradition observed at midsummer or May Day. Although the tournament is a little late for true midsummer, the climate is certainly right for the maypole!

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THE STAGE - At the foot of the Children's hill lies the main stage. more . . .