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Geoffrey of Monmouth of the tale of the 'Strife of Camlann,' neither revealing the location of the battle - was it in Wales, or Kernow on the banks of the River Camel, or in the North of (what is now) England? Whatever the truth, the Defender of the Britons remains an endearing legend.

Enacted for your enjoyment, expect a thrilling battle where skill at arms and cunning matters more than armour.

Medieval Battle

 

                                                                             You have likely heard the tales of Arthur, Lancelot, Guinevere and

                                                                             Galahad before; from the 19th Century 'Iydlls of the King' to 'Monty                                                                                     Python and the Holy Grail,' Few stories have captured the imagination                                                                                  like the legend of King Arthur. Tales of the magical world of Merlin, and                                                                               Morgan le Fey, the epic final showdown against Mordred at Camlann, to                                                                               the grand castle of Camelot.

 

                                                                             Experience the Battle of Camlann a Hollywood shows us, knights in

                                                                             shining armour, chivalry, treachery, and personal honour at stake in a hard hitting and brutal confrontation.

 

 

Man-At-Arms Tourney

 

Want to catch the spectacle of one-on-one skill at arms instead of

following a huge battle? Then the tourney is just for you!

 

See men fight for fame, glory and riches as they strive to become the

grand champion. Cheer for them, boo them, heckle them, just make some

noise and they'll fight harder and faster just for you!

From the greatest Knights to squires and peasants, all will try their luck as

they entertain you.

 

 

Food and Drink

A day out wouldn't be complete without good food, and you'll not be dissapointed in this regard. Does booze take your fancy? Try the Beer & Mead Tents, or maybe catch a non-liquid lunch from any one of our quality food vendors. Or just fill up on junk food - it's your choice!

Historic Trade and Crafts Fayre

Browse and buy artifacts from all corners of the globe, from swords to sewing needles, you'll not be dissapointed if shopping is your vice!

(Trader list and contacts to come)

Testimonials

Rated as one of Britain's 50 Best Days Out by the Sunday Times 2007

Dark Age Battle

 

Far from the traditional, mythical view of Arthur, Camelot, and the

Knights of the Round Table, the possible historical events of the King

Arthur legend comes shortly after the Roman Empire withdrew from

Britain, leaving a power vacuum that migrating peoples like the Saxons  would come and exploit. It is fiercely argued about the origins of Arthur  and where the Battle of Camlann was fought. The earliest record is in 'The Annals of Wales' in the tenth century, and later