St George's Day celebrations

 

When: Saturday 26 April, 10am to 4pm
Where: Market Hill, Luton

St Georges Day is an annual celebration of England’s patron saint, St George.

This St George’s Day, prepare for a day of medieval action and adventure at Market Hill. With a variety of activities whatever your age, there’s free fun for everyone!

Activities on the day

• Medieval musicians, Peg and Myal (performing at intervals throughout the day)
• Sword of Penda Saxon re-enactor (including a medieval cooking display)
• Swords of Penda warrior re-enactor (demonstrating combat styles)
• Dressing up tent (including princess crowns, metal armour and knights’ helmets)
• Cork-tipped cross bows
• Family joust
• archaeology trays
• King John’s treasure search (use nets to try and find his missing treasure in water troughs)
• art workshop (with images inspired by medieval Luton)
• inflatable swords, knight training and games
• Calligraphy workshop
• Giant play tent (with medieval inspired toys, knights, castles, plus more)
• Craft table
• A display on medieval Luton

Sponsored by Luton Rising.