Join Academie Glorianna, experts in historical swordsmanship, for an action-packed St George's weekend. Watch combat demonstrations, handle weapons and listen to bitesize talks. Simply drop into this free event and enjoy.
The full programme will run on both Saturday and Sunday.
11.15am Bitesize talk - Meet the experts from Academie Glorianna
11.30am Combat demonstration - The Backsword
12:30pm Bitesize talk - Swords and their Symbolism
12:45pm Combat demonstration – Two-handed Swords
1.45pm Bitesize talk - Early Swords
2.00pm Combat demonstration - The Sword and Buckler
3.00pm Bitesize talk - Later Swords
3.15pm Combat demonstration - The Longsword
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Free. Museum admission does not apply.
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