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Arundel Castle has announced the return of the International Medieval Jousting Tournament. The flagship summer event will take place from Tuesday, July 22, to Sunday, July 27, 2025. The six-day tournament, a highlight of the UK's historical events calendar, will see eight champion knights from England, Poland, Portugal, and Australia compete.
Champion knights from England, Poland, Portugal, and Australia to compete (Image: Arundel Castle) They will vie for individual titles, national honour, and special awards, including the prestigious Chivalry Award and the Skill at Arms prize. Visitors will be able to witness the spectacle of horseback combat as the knights clash with their opponents. The event will also feature a full programme of family-friendly medieval entertainment, including falconry, a fire eater, medieval musicians, and the renowned Arundel Castle 'Kids Battle'.
Visitors can enjoy live jousting, falconry, fire shows, crafts, and kids’ battles (Image: Arundel Castle) Guests can try their hand at archery, axe throwing, and warrior training, or explore a range of interactive medieval crafts. The living history encampment will offer demonstrations of forging, traditional cooking, leatherwork, and other period skills. Event tickets include access to Arundel Castle's historic interiors, award-winning gardens, and the full tournament arena experience.
There will be a range of food and drink options, including the Knights' Table, the castle café and coffee shop, and the scenic tea terrace. Alternatively, guests may bring their own picnic. Andrew Lewis, castle manager at Arundel Castle, said: "We are thrilled to welcome the International Medieval Jousting Tournament back to Arundel Castle for what promises to be another unforgettable year.
"This event is a true celebration of history, pageantry, and international sport, bringing together world-class competitors in one of the most breathtaking historic settings in the country. "The calibre of this year’s lineup is exceptional, and we’re proud to offer visitors a rare opportunity to witness the drama, skill, and spectacle of traditional jousting up close. "It’s an experience like no other and we can’t wait to share it with returning guests and first-time visitors alike.
" The 2025 competitors in the Arundel Castle International Jousting Tournament include Benedict Green and Mark Caple from England, Krystian Mróz and Radosław Skrzeszewski from Poland, Antonio Peixoto and Jose Bernardes from Portugal, and Luke Binks and Rodney Deaman from Australia. Arundel Castle will also welcome back crowd favourites Nigel Amos as tournament compère and Kyle Dolah-Evans as Marshal of the Field, the head judge and supreme voice of authority. Tickets to the International Jousting Tournament, including access to the castle, grounds, gardens, and have-a-go activities, are available at www.
arundelcastle.org and cost from £32 per adult, £13.50 for a child, or £77.
50 for a family ticket. Children under the age of five can enter for free. Please note that catering and event details are subject to change, including due to weather conditions; for full details, check the website.
Arundel Castle reserves the right to change events or access to areas at any time. All catering is subject to menu and opening hours variations and availability. Age and height restrictions apply to some of the visitor activities.
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