The two armoured knights thundered down the lists, helmets gleaming, lances pointed viciously towards each other, shields held protectively high, horses gaily caparisoned, charging boldly towards a potentially deadly impact. Banners were flying brightly on all sides, finely dressed ladies watched nervously, massed crowds of peasants – myself among them, camera poised eagerly – hoped…
Over the years The History Channel has created a few documentaries on King Arthur and Medieval Britain. They have collected five of them and put them in one package. King Arthur and Medieval Britain covers the legend that surrounds Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table and Medieval Knights. King Arthur and Medieval Britain…
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th August, 11.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. Travel back in time to the middle ages as the Knights of Monymusk invade Wallington! Wander through their medieval camp, have a go at archery, try on chainmail and helmets or have your fortune told. Discover all about life in medieval times when the…
Britannica Kids: Knights and Castles conveys the grandeur and pageantry of that bygone era with a rich combination of imagery, games and fact-packed articles from Britannica’s editors. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) June 08, 2011 The pomp and pageantry of the Middle Ages comes back to life in the newest education app from Encyclopaedia Britannica Kids. Britannica…
Hear ye, hear ye – a Waikite Valley family seeks passionate people for a medieval re-enactment group. Mother of four, Gina Wright wants to form a local club that will educate and pay homage to a time when knights and fair maidens reigned. “Last year we went to the Taupo Jousting Tournament and we absolutely…
Theatrical Release Date: January 7, 2011 Runtime: 92 min. Starring: Nicolas Cage, Ron Perlman, Stephen Campbell Moore, Claire Foy, Robbie Sheehan Director: Dominic Sena Distributor: Lionsgate MPAA Rating: PG-13 (for thematic elements, violence and disturbing content.) Synopsis: A 14th century Crusader returns to a homeland devastated by the Black Plague. A beleaguered church, deeming sorcery…
The story of King Arthur can definitely be described as enduring. Rooted in the Dark Ages, it was shifted into the Middle Ages (with all the associated knights in armour, chivalry and damsels) by Sir Thomas Malory’s classic 15th century work Le Morte d’Arthur. With all the myth and mystery surrounding this semi-historical tale, not…
Sipping from a cup of Marge Kilkelly’s savory barley and goat meat porridge, a visitor couldn’t help feeling a bond with the eclectic mix of people who gathered Saturday for a medieval re-enactment not far from the banks of the Kennebec River in Dresden. There was a circle of mingling men and women in 15th…
Jousting was a sport that originated in Medieval England and it was brutal. Two Knights in full armour on horseback would charge towards one another and would each try to impale the other with a long pointed lance. It was a very dangerous and thrilling sport but slowly over the years it faded away because…
The Battle of Wakefield took place more than half a millennium ago – and yesterday Sandal Castle hosted a free day of medieval activities to celebrate its 550th anniversary. Visitors to the historic castle on were able to witness a theatrical display based on the battle in the grounds of Sandal’s castle, and spectacular birds…
Sitting in the parking lot slathering on sunscreen, Best-Ever Friend Dave and I realized we weren’t in Kalamazoo anymore and not even in this century. At the car in front of us, a woman was tying a raccoon’s tail on the back of her billowy black and red dress from another era. Down the way,…
Tulare County Fair visitors are discovering that the Medieval Tournament of Champions, a clash of armored knights on horseback, is an interactive affair. While the 12-foot lances are reserved for competitors, audience members are invited before the nightly battles to engage in various archery- and hatchet-throwing activities, with wooden swords and shields as prizes. On…
When out-of-town visitors stopped in Merrifield to ask directions to the nearly $2 million castle nearby they were met with disbelief. Nate Phillipps is working to change all that and a medieval fair in November will give people a chance to see the castle up close. Complete with banners, knights in armor and even a…
History will be brought to life at Tam O’Shanter urban farm in Bidston next week in a Medieval Fayre weekend. Among the attractions of the event, which takes place on Saturday September 11 and Sunday 12 – will be Knights In Battle displays, living history and cooking demonstrations and crafts people showing a range of…
The Battle of Wakefield took place more than half a millennium ago – and to celebrate its 550th anniversary Sandal Castle is hosting a day of medieval activities. Visitors to the castle on September 19 will be able to witness a theatrical display based on the battle there and birds of prey will swoop above…