See jousting at Pendennis Castle in Falmouth this summer

The castle grounds in Falmouth will be transformed into a medieval fair for 12 days.

Visitors will be able to see the jousting take place between July 30 and August 1, and again between August 13 and 15.

It will feature intense competition among four brave riders, each representing a mythological character, such as The Wyvern, The Wildman, Sir Lancelot, and Jason of the Argonauts.

Visitors will be able to interact with characters to find out what life was like in the medieval period, and young lords and ladies of the castle can test their archery skills.

Dominic Sewell (in blue) and first English Heritage female jouster Nicky Willis (in gold).will be at Pendennis Castle this summer (Image: Emily Whitfield-Wicks)

Four more knights will showcase their battle prowess at the Knights' Tournament from August 6 to 8 and again from August 20 to 22.

Each will be put to the test in their battle strength and skills, including sword-fighting and archery, with their trusty squires helping them prepare for each round.

A female knight will be competing in the first tournament. While technically women could not become knights in the medieval period, there are examples of women who took up arms at this time.

Visitors will be able to meet her and watch all the knights get donned up in their armour ready to fight. A living history encampment will set up in the castle grounds for tournament with medieval music and fire-breathing Jester.

Ella Harrison, events manager at English Heritage, said: "Each event will be an amazing display of courage and chivalry.

"Visitors and families especially love cheering on their favourite knights and talking to our reenactors about their kit, weaponry, and tactics.

"We're definitely expecting huge support for our female knight this year which will be fun.

"One of the biggest fans of jousting was, of course, Henry VIII, who ordered the creation of Pendennis Castle back in the 1500s."

Dates and prices

Legendary Joust

When: Tuesday 30 July – Thursday 1 August and Tuesday 13 – Thursday 15 August 2024, 10am-5pm

Where: Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, TR11 4LP

Price: Admission to this event is in addition to the standard admission ticket price and there is an extra cost for members. Book in advance at english-heritage.org.uk for the best prices.

Member admission: Adult £3.50, Child £2.10, Concession £3.20, Family (2/1 adults) £9.10/£5.60
Standard admission: Adult £19.50, Child £11.60, Concession £17.20, Family (2/1 adults) £50.60/£31.10

Knights’ Tournament

When: Tuesday 6 – Thursday 8 August and Tuesday 20 – Thursday 22 August 2024, 10am – 5pm

Where: Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, TR11 4LP

Price: Admission to this event is in addition to the standard admission ticket price and there is an extra cost for members. Book in advance at english-heritage.org.uk for the best prices.

Member admission: Adult £2.50, Child £1.50, Concession £2.30, Family (2/1 adults) £6.50/£4
Standard admission: Adult £18.50, Child £11, Concession £16.30, Family (2/1 adults) £48.00/£29.50

Tickets to these special events can be bought online in advance with a 15 per cent discount.

For more information and to book tickets, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk