1. Experiences
  2. Beginner Experiences

Beginner Experiences

Short first sessions, no experience needed

Thirty- to ninety-minute sessions for people who have never held a sword or bow. Everything is supplied and every session is run by an instructor.

Beginner Experiences

Medieval Armour Photo Session

Thirty minutes in a fitted mail or plate set with helmet and weapon, photographed by our team in the arena.

  • 30 minutes
  • 1–4 people
  • Everyone

From, per person€19.90

Next: Wed 30 Sept
Beginner Experiences

Introduction to Medieval Weapons

One hour handling sword, axe, mace, spear and shield with an instructor explaining how each was actually used.

  • 60 minutes
  • 1–10 people
  • Beginner

From, per person€24.50

Next: Tue 29 Sept
Beginner Experiences

Archery Taster Session

Forty-five minutes on the range: safety briefing, stance and draw, then shooting at 10 and 15 metres.

  • 45 minutes
  • 1–8 people
  • Beginner

From, per person€34.90

Next: Tue 29 Sept
Beginner Experiences

Sword Basics Taster

Sixty minutes learning stance, guards and safe cuts with a wooden longsword, ending with slow controlled pairs.

  • 60 minutes
  • 1–10 people
  • Beginner

From, per person€39.50

Next: Tue 29 Sept
Beginner Experiences

Armour Fitting Experience

Try mail, a brigandine and a plate harness in turn, learn how each is put on and what it is like to move in.

  • 45 minutes
  • 1–6 people
  • Everyone

From, per person€29.90

Next: Wed 30 Sept