

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Knights of Middle England Joust
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 05 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 05 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Step back in time this Easter and experience the drama and pageantry of medieval jousting at Hedingham Castle, as we kick off our first joust of the year!

Prepare for an unforgettable spectacle as the magnificent Knights of Middle England charge onto the Hedingham battleground, displaying breathtaking skill, courage and chivalry as they compete to be crowned champion.

Get hands-on with medieval life and try your hand at archery and axe throwing, learn how to fight like a knight and marvel at stunning birds of prey as they soar against the dramatic backdrop of the Norman Keep. With the Castle and grounds steeped in almost 900 years of history, there’s plenty to discover throughout the day.

When it’s time to refuel, enjoy a range of hot and cold fare from our food stalls, and browse artisan merchant stands for the perfect souvenir. A truly unique and action-packed day out for the whole family!

All of this is included in every Joust ticket:

🐎 Two Jousts each day with the fantastic The Knights of Middle England
🦅 Birds of Prey displays with Eden Falconry
⚔️ Knight School battles with Get Medieval
🏕 Medieval Village with craft demonstrations &amp; Blacksmith Forge
🏹 Have a go at Archery &amp; Axe Throwing
🥥 Traditional fairground games
🎶 Medieval music
🏰 Entry to all 4 floors of the Castle
🌳 Explore the gardens and take part in the Easter Trails
🚗 Free onsite parking

There will also be:
🛍 Lots of lovely artisan &amp; craft stalls
🍔 Food trucks

Gates open at 10am each day, with the first Joust starting at approximately midday and the second Joust starting at approximately 3pm. 

 - A 1-adult family ticket includes 1 adult and up to 4 children under 17 years
 - A 2-adult family ticket includes 2 adults and up to 3 children under 17 years
 - Dogs are not permitted due to the presence of horses and birds of prey

Prices:

Adult (17+) - £24
Senior (65+) - £22
Junior (4-16) - £17.50
1-adult Family - £47
2-adult Family - £69
Child (under 4) - Free
Carer (when attending with a full paying disabled visitor) - Free

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets on the gate on the day are card payment only.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/halstead/knights-of-middle-england-joust/200029796836054
- **Event Categories**: sports, performances, food-drinks, art, theatre, entertainment, easter, trips-adventures, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 63

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk/events/middle-england-joust?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=halstead-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Halstead
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, CO9 3DJ Halstead, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.99082
- **long**: 0.60069
- **full address**: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, CO9 3DJ Halstead, United Kingdom, 13 Bayley Street, Halstead, CO9 3DQ, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Hedingham Castle (https://allevents.in/org/hedingham-castle/11490416)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 05 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (+01:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, CO9 3DJ Halstead, United Kingdom, 13 Bayley Street, Halstead, CO9 3DQ, United Kingdom
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Hedingham Castle
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports, performances, food-drinks, art, theatre, entertainment, easter, trips-adventures, dog
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Knights of Middle England Joust ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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