History Alive: Medieval Weekend at The Bishop's Palace

Sat 29 Aug · 01:00

Bath

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About This Event

Bowlore Medieval will take over The Bishop's Palace in Bath from 29 August 2026 for a weekend of immersive living history as part of History Alive.

Step back in time this August bank holiday as Bowlore Medieval take over The Bishop's Palace for a weekend of immersive living history. Across the historical Palace grounds, visitors can explore a bustling encampment and experience what life may have been like in medieval England. From domestic crafts and camp cooking to military drills and skirmishes, this family-friendly event brings history vividly to life through sight, sound and atmosphere. Alongside the re-enactment weekend, visitors can also enjoy: - The medieval Palace buildings and Undercroft - 14 acres of RHS partner gardens - Family-friendly multimedia tours and digital guides - The Dragon's Lair play area and Splash Play Zone - Refreshments at the award-winning Bishop's Table café

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Frequently asked questions

History Alive: Medieval Weekend at The Bishop's Palace takes place on Saturday, 29 August 2026 at 01:00. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.

History Alive: Medieval Weekend at The Bishop's Palace is held at Bath in Bath (Bath).

Tickets for History Alive: Medieval Weekend at The Bishop's Palace can be booked via visitbath.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.