Saturday 5 July 2025 | 10am–4.30pm | Monmouth
Monmouth, birthplace of Henry V, transforms into a living time capsule this summer as the Monmouth Medieval Festival returns for its third year. Organised by Monmouth Town Council with volunteers, this rich celebration plunges visitors straight into the era of knights, falconry, and grand medieval pageantry
Kick off in the re-enactment camps on Vauxhall Fields with the Freemen of Gwent – 15th-century mercenary soldiers – alongside the 12th-century Angevins, recreating crafts, camp life and living conditions
Witness skillful archery and dramatic sword-fighting, complete with interactive demos.
Experienced falconers from Wye Valley Falconry bring birds of prey to life with flight displays and meet-the-birds session. Hear from the “Time Travelling Medicine Man” about medieval treatments and practical healthcare of the era. Experts also shed light on medieval garments, armour and weaponry—including the tools of knights
Have fun folding paper into medieval-themed origami alongside Tony O’Hare of the British Origami Society. Let Silvarum, medieval musicians, transport you through sound to the courts and camps of the past.
Unlock rarely opened halls: climb into Monnow Bridge Gatehouse, the only surviving fortified medieval river gate in Britain and delve into Monmouth Castle’s Great Tower. Inside the 300-year-old Shire Hall, view the intricate Henry V tapestry, an embroidered masterpiece worthy of it's saga.
Browse a bustling medieval-style market brimming with crafts, gifts and authentic foods.
Later, the charming Savoy Theatre screens A Knight’s Tale (£7, under-15s free), combining medieval adventure with cinematic flair.
This festival does more than entertain—it reconnects us with Monmouth’s medieval roots. It’s a chance to touch the daily rhythms of our ancestors: from falconry and medicine, to craft traditions and castle walls, all set within a town shaped by centuries of history. For families, history fans, or anyone chasing immersive experiences, the day offers a vivid portal into the past.
Festival details: Free entry (some demos or market items may carry charges). Explore Monmouth’s heritage gems and walking trails as you go. No booking essential—just arrive and step into medieval life.
