Enjoy an exciting historical jousting tournament at Blenheim Palace from 2nd – 4th May. Recreating the glorious jousting matches of Britain's 13th Century, knights will do battle in a daring display of bravery and skill. 

Taking place on May Bank Holiday weekend on the South Lawn at Blenheim Palace the Knights of Royal England with engage in a jousting knockout. Each jousting tournament will be staged twice daily over the weekend starting at 12-noon and 3pm.

Visitors can enjoy a weekend of entertainment with plenty of interactive activities and family friendly entertainment. 

Watch a thrilling falconry display and see the birds of prey in action. As well as falcons, families will also have a chance to meet a Harris Hawk, Eagle Owl and American Kestrel with two shows daily starting at 11.30am and 2.30pm.

Furthermore families can get stuck in and have a go at archery on Blenheim Palace's South Lawn as well as exploring the extensive grounds and parkland and taking a ride on the miniature train to the Pleasure Gardens. Once there families can enjoy the permanent features like the Marlborough Maze, Adventure Play Area and Butterfly House.

For smaller children there will be two rather exciting Dragon Puppet Shows. Watch Alefreck the Brave, a dragon who wants to be a knight in shining armour, and The Smallest Dragon who has a special mission to rescue the Princess. There will also be an Interactive Show where children get to be the puppeteers, putting on their very own joust with 35 puppets and Yumi the 12ft long dragon.

www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events 

WHAT:            Jousting, Falconry and Historical Action at Blenheim Palace

WHEN:            May Bank Holiday Weekend 2-4 May

WHY VISIT:    Knights on horseback, battles, falconry displays, archery and much more!

ADMISSION:  Park & Gardens ticket required: Adult £13.50 / Child £6.60 (Age 5-16) /Concession £10.20 / Family £36.00 (2 Adults & 2 Children)

WEBSITE:       www.blenheimpalace.com for more information 

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For more information please contact:

Melodie Manners | melodie@flamingo-marketing.co.uk | 07815 709548 or 01209 822194

Notes to editors:

• Opening times and ticket pricing applies
• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Treasure Houses of England, 10 of the most magnificent palaces, stately homes and castles in England www.treasurehouses.co.uk

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