DragonFest 2025
Saturday 16th August to Sunday 17th August, 10am to 4pm
Adults £10, Children £6. Other tickets available
Summary
DragonFest 2025
We are excited to announce our inaugural DragonFest event for 2025.
Themed on the Welsh dragon found on the standard of Henry Tudor, this Living History event champions all things dragon!
From exciting battle re-enactments to family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
What to expect (programme subject to change)
| 10:00 | Event Opens | |
| 10:15 | Dark Age Puppet Show | Ambion Arena |
| 10:45 | Dragon Dance | Ambion Arena |
| 11:00 | Arming the Knight display | Main arena |
| 11:30 | Combat display- Battle of Bosworth (expect loud bangs) | Main arena |
| 12:15 | Dark Age Puppet Show | Ambion arena |
| 13:00 | Meet Henry Tudor | Ambion |
| 13:45 | Dragon Dance | Ambion to Main arena |
| 14:00 | Family Bill Drill | Main Arena |
| 14:30 | Arming a Knight display | Main arena |
| 15:00 | Combat Display – Battle of Stoke Field (expect loud bangs) | Main arena |
| 15:30 | Dark Age Puppet Show | Ambion Arena |
| 16:00 | Event Closes |
Also don’t miss these exciting activities, which will be happening throughout the weekend (programme subject to change):
- 15th Century show and tell
- Dark Ages show and tell
- Dragon petting and strolling dragons
- Dragon themed crafts
- Dragon Egg Hunt
- Static raptor display
- Have a go Archery
There are a range of ticket options. Tickets are valid for one day.
| Adult | £10 |
| Child | £6 |
| Concession | £8 |
| Under 3s | Free |
| Carer | Free |
| Family (1+1) | £16 |
| Family (1+2) | £23 |
| Family (2+2) | £32 |
Click HERE to book your tickets or call 01455 290429.
Some activities may incur a small additional charge. Exhibition entry only valid for one day on date of event with an accompanying valid event ticket. Carers free with cared-for person; cared-for person must have a valid event ticket. Activities subject to change.
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