Events | Unlocked - Oxford Castle

July 2010

Meet the Medieval Master Falconer and his Birds of Prey

Birds of Prey talks and handling sessions

Thursday 29 and Friday 30 July, 11.00am - 4.00pm

Free event

Get a thrilling close up encounter with wild nature and learn how these amazing creatures were used in the medieval times. All visitors will have the opportunity to handle these incredible birds.

To find out more call 01865 260666
or email info@oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk

August 2010

Knight School - Dress up and learn the skills to be a Knight of the Realm!

7th - 8th August, 11.00am - 4.00pm

Free with Castle admission (or £5.00 per child for Knight School only)

Children can travel back through time this summer at Oxford Castle - Unlocked Knight School. Youngsters will have the opportunity to learn how to become a medieval knight by trying on replica helmets, breastplates, gauntlets and chain mail shirts.

Activities include taking part in sword fighting lessons and being trained in ‘medieval martial arts.’ Following the training, visitors will be able to take part in a fun re-enactment of the Battle of Agincourt with children and adults on opposing sides.

Knight School is a drop-in event and children may arrive between 11.00am - 4.00pm. Parents/guardians must accompany children at all times.

To find out more call 01865 260666
or email info@oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk

September 2010

Oxford Open Doors

11th Saturday - 12th Sunday September

Daytime family activities in the Castleyard including children’s workshops and hands-on activities as part of this city-wide festival.

October 2010

Ghost Fest

1st – 31st October

Ghost Fest sets out to uncover the dark secrets that lie within the grounds of Oxford Castle. Join the likes of Most Haunted’s parapsychologist Dr Ciaran O’Keeffe and many others. Are you brave enough to join us?

For more info please see www.ghostfest.co.uk

Halloween Horrors

23rd - 31st October

Half Term family fun with the Oxford Castle Witch and spooky trails.

December 2010

Oxford Christmas Market

26 November - 12 December

An authentic style German Christmas Market selling handmade products, unique gifts and hot mulled wine. Daily entertainment around the magnificent Castle Christmas Tree including choirs, brass bands and Christmas tours.

For more info please see www.oxfordchristmasmarket.co.uk

More events coming soon... Watch this space.