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Knights' Tournament at Warkworth Castle
Knights' Tournament at Warkworth Castle
Warkworth Castle, Castle Terrace, Warkworth, Northumberland, NE65 0UJ
Knights’ Tournament at Warkworth Castle returns in summer 2027 | Warkworth Castle, NE65 0UJ
Dates to be announced. Check English Heritage’s website for the latest.
Get up close to the action as knights compete in the ultimate battle at Warkworth Castle. Held during the summer holidays, the Knights’ Tournament brings medieval combat to life against the backdrop of one of Northumberland’s most impressive castles, making it a great family day out.
While you’re there, explore the castle and the nearby Hermitage, then wander into the pretty village of Warkworth or along the Northumberland coast.
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