MEDIEVAL FAIR AT TATTON PARK, 2009
Grid Ref: SJ 743 815 at the Manor
Date 21 June 2009
The fair featured various re-enactment groups and stalls with emphasis on the 15th century and the Wars of the Roses. Groups are often named after their leaders such as the Howards of Norfolk, the Percys of Northumberland and the Duke of Clarence. We see their arms and armour, tents, and food.
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| Musicians with pipe and drum |
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Display of helmet. |
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| Armour for arms and legs |
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Arrow heads and flights |
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| Archery competition |
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Waiting their turn |
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| Pottery with green glaze |
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Potters' wares |
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| Horn for working into household items |
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In the camp |
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| Re-enactors explain some dishes available in the 15th century |
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Close-up of food |
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| Tent of a lord with is bed and equipment |
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Tent with fine fabrics for the bed and curtains |
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| Pot and Kettle |
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Jumble of armour |
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