Knights, Damsels & Peasants

Knights, Damsels & Peasants

  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Join us for a fun day of jousting & medieval re-enactment in celebration of our 800th anniversary. For more info visit www.hookchurch.org.uk

By St Mary's Church

Date and time

Saturday, May 17 · 10am - 4pm GMT+1.

Location

St Mary's Church

Church Lane Hook DN14 5PN United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Welcome, opening of the Arena and Destrier Action Horses "Skill at Arms"

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Birds of Prey - Flying display

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

War of the Roses - A humorous summary

Beaufort Companye and Sir John Savill's Household

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch Break

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Medieval Costume Competition - presentation of prizes by Sir David Davies MP

Judged by medieval costume designer, Jackie Phillips

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Archery

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Destrier Action Horses - Jousting Display - Main Event

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Butterfly Dancers - Medieval Performance

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Birds of Prey - flying display

4:00 PM

Main Arena Closed

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours
  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
  • Paid venue parking

We are delighted to bring you a day of medieval re-enactment with jousting, horsemanship, birds of prey displays, a medieval village and period sideshows, all in celebration of St Mary's Church 800th Anniversary. Join us at the Moated Site behind Hook Church on Saturday 17th May 2025. For more information about details for the day, please visit our website: www.hookchurch.org.uk

It's sure to be a fun day out for the whole family, do bring a picnic or visit our refreshment stands.

With very limited parking available, all are encouraged to walk whenever possible.

  • Under 16's must be accomapnied by an adult
  • Children under 4 are free!
  • Well behaved dogs on leads only
  • Limited accessible parking across from the Moated Site. Please purchase a Blue Badge parking ticket
  • All cars must show parking ticket upon arrival.
  • Any additional queries, please dont hesitate to email: hookchurch@outlook.com

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking?

Limited paid parking is available across from the arena site but walking is encouraged if you live locally. You can purchase a parking ticket at the same time as ticket purchase.

Organized by

St Mary's Church

St Mary’s Church has been serving our local community since 1225, help us to be there for the future by joining us for our community events - including a medieval festival, summer running challenges, coffee mornings, heritage events, craft fairs, exhibitions, small group meetings, concerts and so much more.

£4 – £25