King John vs King Richard: Who was the Best? You Decide!
Schedule
Sat Jun 27 2026 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane , HP8 4AB Chalfont Saint Giles, United Kingdom | Chalfont St Giles, EN
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Choose your side as rival kings clash at King John vs King Richard, a medieval living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.Step back to the turbulent early 13th century and discover the power struggles, loyalties and conflicts of medieval England.
Watch armoured knights and soldiers demonstrate medieval weapons, tactics and combat, and learn about the rivalry between King John and his brother Richard the Lionheart, one of England’s most famous warrior kings.
Explore the medieval camp, meet characters from across society, and uncover how war, politics and kingship shaped everyday life.
Event highlights
• Medieval combat and battle demonstrations
• Learn about King John, King Richard and medieval warfare
• Meet knights, soldiers and medieval characters
• Family-friendly living history activities
• Set within the museum’s unique historic buildings and grounds
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Where is it happening?
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane , HP8 4AB Chalfont Saint Giles, United Kingdom, Chalfont St Giles, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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