Medieval Combat – watch, cheer, learn: A Demonstration Battle Day
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A Medieval Tournament….. but perhaps not as you know it from the more romantic films.
Join us in the Gardens on Saturday 18th July for some exciting and thrilling full contact combat sport in clanking armour.
Birmingham Medieval Combat are a martial arts sports team basing their activities on the foot combat tournaments of the 14-15th Century, similar to Jousts.
On this day they will be treating us to some skillful duels and noisy group battles – all unscripted ‘ouch’- in the Gardens.
Across the day there will be plenty of opportunities to talk and ask questions of the combattants, to learn about their skills and techniques and to understand the growing popularity of this modern version of the ancient sport.
Likely shape of the day – subject to change
11am – Duels and Weapons Combat demonstration
11.30 -1pm – Prebookable Adult Beginners Class (10 spaces only) BOOK HERE
1.30pm – Armoured martial arts and group battle
3pm – Group battle and …… eek free for all skirmish
The BMC team will be onsite all day offering adhoc fights, answering questions and showcasing their weapons and equipment.
No need to book for the event day –
Normal Entry Fees to the Gardens apply
£5-£6.60 See main website page
Cafe open… come and picnic.. if you dare
Suitable for all ages to watch – but please note these are noisy and unscripted fights
Join us in the Gardens on Saturday 18th July for some exciting and thrilling full contact combat sport in clanking armour.
Birmingham Medieval Combat are a martial arts sports team basing their activities on the foot combat tournaments of the 14-15th Century, similar to Jousts.
On this day they will be treating us to some skillful duels and noisy group battles – all unscripted ‘ouch’- in the Gardens.
Across the day there will be plenty of opportunities to talk and ask questions of the combattants, to learn about their skills and techniques and to understand the growing popularity of this modern version of the ancient sport.
Likely shape of the day – subject to change
11am – Duels and Weapons Combat demonstration
11.30 -1pm – Prebookable Adult Beginners Class (10 spaces only) BOOK HERE
1.30pm – Armoured martial arts and group battle
3pm – Group battle and …… eek free for all skirmish
The BMC team will be onsite all day offering adhoc fights, answering questions and showcasing their weapons and equipment.
No need to book for the event day –
Normal Entry Fees to the Gardens apply
£5-£6.60 See main website page
Cafe open… come and picnic.. if you dare
Suitable for all ages to watch – but please note these are noisy and unscripted fights
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Where is it happening?
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens, Chester Road, B36 9BT Castle Bromwich, United Kingdom, Marston Green, United Kingdom
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