Legendary Summer 2025
Experience the thrill at one of our historical events taking place across the country this summer.
Witness live-action jousts and gallant medieval knights battle it out to be crowned champion. See what life was like at the medieval encampment where you could even catch a falconry display or learn a historical skill. It's a summer of legends with something for everyone at our historic places around the country.
Find an event near you
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Knights' Tournament at Warkworth Castle
Tue 29 & Wed 30 July 2025 Warkworth Castle -
Legendary Joust at Eltham Palace and Gardens
Sat 2 - Sun 3 Aug 2025 Eltham Palace and Gardens -
Legendary Joust at Pendennis Castle
Tue 5 - Thu 7 Aug 2025 Pendennis Castle -
Legendary Joust at Carisbrooke Castle
Tue 12 - Thu 14 Aug 2025 Carisbrooke Castle -
Knights' Tournament at Warkworth Castle
Tue 12 Aug & Wed 13 Aug 2025 Warkworth Castle -
Legendary Joust at Bolsover Castle
Sat 23 - Mon 25 Aug 2025 Bolsover Castle -
Knights’ Tournament at Framlingham Castle
Sat 23 - Mon 25 Aug 2025 Framlingham Castle -
Knights' Tournament at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Sat 23 - Mon 25 Aug 2025 Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
We don't just have jousts
If you're not able to make our jousts or knights' tournaments then fear not, we have activities and events throughout the summer at sites across the country.
For instance, why not gather the family and challenge yourselves with tasks produced in partnership with TV's Taskmaster. Or you can have a go at mini golf or archery, and check out expert falconers. We have something for everyone!
Check out what else is happening this summerMORE TO EXPLORE
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English Heritage Membership
Explore extraordinary places all year round with unlimited access to hundreds of historical sites.
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF KNIGHTS
Everything you need to know about the history of jousting, knights and more.
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What's On
Get ready for one extraordinary summer with a packed calendar of legendary events.