On August 7th, 8th, 29th and 30th, the Company of 1415 will be starting the show with a bang at Hever Castle by firing a pair of cannon to mark the commencement of battle. A field of archers, men-at-arms and knights in full plate armour will be demonstrating a variety of medieval archery and martial arts skills, both on foot and on horseback.

Visitors will be shown the startling effectiveness of the longbow and crossbow as military weapons with a spectacular display of close-range target and speed shots.

The Company will also be performing a host of tricks, including shooting an apple off a volunteer’s head, if anyone is brave enough to step forward! Youngsters can get involved in the interactive demonstrations to show how a knight would be dressed for battle and try on pieces of armour for themselves.

visit www.hevercastle.co.uk