Medieval Jousting at Rockingham Castle – A Family Day Out Not to Miss

If you’re looking for something genuinely brilliant to do with the kids this summer, I’ve got a good one for you. Rockingham Castle is hosting a medieval jousting event on Sunday 21st June 2026, and honestly, it sounds like the kind of day that kids (and let’s be honest, adults too) will be talking about for weeks. We’re talking real knights, real horses, and a proper living history experience set against the backdrop of one of Northamptonshire’s most stunning historic venues. What’s not to love?

If you’ve not been to Rockingham Castle before, it’s well worth a visit in its own right — but on an event day like this, it takes things to a whole new level. Grab your tickets in advance and get it in the diary.

What’s happening on the day?

The Knights of Nottingham and the Medieval Sokemen return to Rockingham Castle for another epic joust and living history experience. The year is 1470 and King Edward IV and his entourage are encamped at Rockingham Castle — and you’re invited to witness it all.

• Jousting displays on the Tilting Lawn — knights on horseback competing for glory
• Sword demonstrations and combat displays
• Medieval living history camp to explore
• Armour handling — try on a real suit of armour
• Medieval fashion show
• Storytelling for children
• The castle itself to explore, including the house and gardens

When and where?

Date: Sunday 21st June 2026
Time: 11am – 4pm
Location: Rockingham Castle, Corby, Northamptonshire

Tickets

Pre-booking is essential — tickets are available via the Rockingham Castle ticketing page. Don’t leave it too late as this one is likely to be popular.

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The events listed in this guide are run by third-party organisers, and all details were correct at the time of publication, based on information from their official websites. However, changes or cancellations can happen at short notice. To avoid any disappointment, we recommend double-checking the event information on the official websites before making plans.