Events at Old Sarum

Sat 2 & Sun 3 Jun 2012
Could you hack it in Roman Britain? Take part in a variety of hands-on activities from games to drills and crafts. Hear about Roman life as a soldier and citizen and handle Roman weapons and objects

Sat 2 - Sun 10 Jun 2012
Our Roman soldiers have taken leave of their post and gone missing! Can you hunt down the clues and find them all? There's a special prize for those who can!

Sat 21 & Sun 22 Jul 2012
Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate tournament. Fully armoured and ready to do battle, you can watch our knights in hand to hand combat, archery competitions and much more. Who will reign supreme and be the victor?

Sat 28 & Sun 29 Jul 2012
It's the Festival of British Archaeology - this is your chance to meet a real archaeologist and to uncover artefacts from Old Sarum's history.

Sat 4 & Sun 5 Aug 2012
Discover the world of warriors from the past with plenty of hands-on fun. Take part in battle drill, crafts and trails, and children will love hearing of grisly tales of heroes and battles from ancient times.

Sat 11 & Sun 12 Aug 2012
Could you be a brave Norman knight or bold Saxon warrior? Prepare for action by painting your own shield, then take part in a Kids Battle of Hastings or the thrilling naval battle!

Sat 18 & Sun 19 Aug 2012
Give that toy sword a whirl or put on your prettiest dress and head back in time for activities on a medieval theme. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training, and even try on armour in our academy for budding knights and princesses.

Sun 26 & Mon 27 Aug 2012
Celebrate the greatest victory of one of the most legendary of British heroes, Arthur of the Britons, in this spectacular show for all the family. Enjoy exciting arena shows and Living History displays from the period.

Sat 27 Oct - Sun 4 Nov 2012
Discover some spooky secrets and ghastly tales as you take on our ghostly trail this Halloween. Are you brave enough to take on the challenge? If so, a terrible treat awaits you!