A living history festival is bringing the medieval era to life this bank holiday weekend.
The Medieval Living History festival has begun at Ludlow Castle, boasting a wide range of activities.
The Beaufort Companye, a medieval re-enactment group, led a costumed procession from Ludlow Castle to St Laurence’s Church to mark the start of the event.
“It’s lovely to see the Beaufort Companye back at the Castle and heading out into Ludlow again. The procession through the town is a real part of the weekend and connects the Castle with St Laurence’s and the wider history of Ludlow," said Gemma England, general manager at Ludlow Castle.
“There’s a brilliant atmosphere inside the Castle too, with the encampment, demonstrations and reenactors here throughout the day.”
Encamped in the Castle’s Outer Bailey, the Beaufort Companye is recreating aspects of life during the 15th Century through traditional crafts, costume, weapons, and armour.
Visitors can wander through the encampment, meet the reenactors and find out more about the people and skills of the period.
Each day begins at 10am, with a Bills & Bows drill at 10.30am that includes a short march through town.
The festival hosts archery demonstrations, a talk on medieval costume and manners, and a combat display themed around the Battle of Mortimer’s Cross.
The Companye took on the bold task of telling the story of the Wars of the Roses in 30 Minutes.
Have-a-Go Archery with the Bowmen of Caradoc is also available during the weekend for an additional charge.
The Medieval Living History Weekend is the largest event in Ludlow Castle’s Summer of History, which has brought falconry, jesters, heraldry and medieval activities to the Castle throughout August.
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