Meet characters from medieval Britain, design your own family coat of arms or pennant flag, or learn how to fight like a knight! For families with children aged 5+, come dressed up as a knight, prince, princess or other medieval character if you wish.

Date: Wednesday, 12th August 2026
Time: 10.30am - 3.30pm
10.30am – 3.30pm: Drop in and meet characters from Medieval Britain: FREE
10.30am – 3.30pm: Drop-in craft activity: £1 per child, pay on the door
11am & 2pm: Sword School! Max. 20 children per session, booking required - book on the day.
Location: Museum in the Park, Stroud 

£1 per child.

Activities based in the Garden Pavilion at the top of the Walled Garden (entry/exit via Museum Reception). Sword School outside on the Walled Garden lawn (weather permitting). For families with children aged 5+. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer bur grown ups can join in too.

With historical reenactors Keith Errington and Nimue Brown and members of the Museum team. Keith Errington has worked as a historical interpreter for History’s Maid, and Time Tarts, performing at sites around the country. He has also played many historical roles in TV series. Nimue Brown is a storyteller and musician with a great enthusiasm for local history and folklore. She is also blind, and can share insight into disability and medicine throughout history.