# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Living History - Swords of Penda
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Step Back to the 7th Century – Meet King Penda!

Discover the thrilling and mysterious world of the Late 7th Century and the reign of King Penda, the last Pagan king of England.

Swords of Penda, a small historical re-enactment group, bring this fascinating era to life. Experience the daily lives, battles, and traditions of our ancestors, and get a real taste of a world long forgotten.

Step into history, feel the past, and see England as it once was!

Additional information

Parking fee - £3 all day
Much of the site is outdoors, please dress accordingly
No Dogs permitted in the village (Assistance dogs only)
Children age 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult over 18
No food or drinks permitted in the Saxon Village or Museum (except water)

Times: 10.30am-4pm
Tickets: Adult £7.50, Child £4.50 (under 5's free). Other concessions £6.50. Family ticket £23.
Booking: Advised. Please click the 'book now' buttons or call The Apex Box Office on 01284 758000
Venue: West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village

This event is promoted by West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village

Under 14's to be accompanied by an adult

Parking £3 all day
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bury-st-edmunds/living-history-swords-of-penda/200029771285914
- **Event Categories**: dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 24

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bury St Edmunds
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village
- **lat**: 52.3049011
- **long**: 0.66349
- **full address**: West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, Icklingham Rd ,Bury St. Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Living History - Swords of Penda
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Living History - Swords of Penda being held?
  - **A:** Living History - Swords of Penda takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, Icklingham Rd ,Bury St. Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Living History - Swords of Penda?
  - **A:** Living History - Swords of Penda is organized by West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village.

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