Timetable revealed for this year’s St George’s Day celebration

Free annual festival, including festival favourites including jousting, stalls and living history Activities for all ages and abilities A jam-packed day of fun, food, games and more

The countdown is on to Tamworth’s FREE annual St George’s festival with a packed programme of entertainment and activities on offer for the whole family in the Castle Grounds on Saturday 20 April, from 11am – 5pm.

The FREE annual festival is one of the highlights of Tamworth Borough Council’s impressive calendar of outdoor events, drawing thousands of visitors from across the country.

The line-up includes all the festival favourites that have led to the event becoming well-known, including jousting, a living history camp, stalls, fairground rides and children’s activities.

This year you are invited to the land of adventure where you can step away from the ordinary world whilst Epico the dragon performs and parts the mist of time for non-stop family fun.

The Grand Medieval Joust is back by popular demand with The Knights of Nottingham. Festival-goers can watch the action unfold as St George competes with knights on horseback as they take to the main arena to show off their jousting skills. Fun displays are guaranteed, full of laughs, action, trick riding and stunts, with skilled performances from stunning horses and knights in shining armour. Throughout the day knights will also demonstrate the variety of weapons and combat methods used during medieval skirmishes.

A first for this event, the Community Games will be in the grounds all day to offer a variety of activities from local providers and clubs helping to create opportunities for everybody to try new sporting activities in a fun and friendly environment. Pre-book your tickets now via: TAMWORTH COMMUNITY GAMES 2024 Tickets, TAMWORTH CASTLE GROUNDS, TAMWORTH | TryBooking United Kingdom

Timetable of activities in the Castle Grounds:

11am: Official Opening

11.00am – 11.30am: Mythbusters (Jousting Arena) Medieval Musicians (Medieval Camp)

11.30am – 12.00pm: Arming the Knight (Jousting Arena) Dragon (Medieval Camp)

12.00pm – 12.30pm: Medieval Skirmish (Jousting Arena)

12.30pm – 1.15pm: The Grand Medieval Joust (Jousting Arena)

1.15pm – 1.45pm: Tamworth Scouts Promise (Jousting Arena) Medieval Musicians (Medieval Camp)

1.45pm – 2.15pm: Dragon (Medieval Camp)

1.45pm – 2.15pm: Medieval Shire Court (Jousting Arena) Medieval Musicians (Medieval Camp)

2.45pm – 3.15pm: Tamworth Voices Performance (Jousting Arena)

2.45pm – 3.15pm: Hurried History (Tales for Children) (Medieval Camp)

3.15pm – 3.45pm: Medieval Falconry (Jousting Arena) Dragon (Medieval Camp)

3.45pm – 4.15pm: Medieval Battle (Jousting Arena) Medieval Musicians (Medieval Camp)

4.15pm – 5.00pm: The Grand Medieval Joust (Jousting Arena)

5.00pm: Official Finish

Throughout the day Medieval Have a Go Archery and children’s activities will be ongoing within the encampments. Knights will also be presenting displays and children's drills.

Confirmed this year is a variety of stalls offering food, refreshments and a selection of gifts.

Councillor Tina Clements, Portfolio Holder for Engagement, Leisure and Events, said: “The St George’s Day festival is one of the most popular events on our calendar and we are excited to showcase all of the fun activities and festival favourites this year.

“For the first time, we welcome The Community Games and The Knights of Nottingham which offer opportunities and activities for everybody to get involved in during the day, regardless of age or ability. It is the perfect chance to re-live history and join in with the fun and excitement of the festival.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming lots of people to the town for the celebrations again this year from 11am. Due to the popularity of this event, we would encourage visitors to arrive early and use public transport if possible.”

Look out for the full programme line-up at www.tamworthartsandevents.co.uk.