On this tour you will step into medieval Chester in the year 1403, when King Henry IV faced a serious challenge from Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy and his allies Owain Glyndwr and the Earl of Douglas. Authentically dressed medieval soldiers will lead you through the city as they relate the story of the rebellion, explaining the events and the reasons that pushed Hotspur into conflict with the King. The emphasis will be on the story of the rebellion rather than on sightseeing alone.
As you move through Chester, you will hear about what life was like for soldiers based in the city, with particular attention to the famous Cheshire longbowmen who once served as bodyguards to the crown. Along the way a medieval archer will point out notable sites such as the Chester walls, Chester’s medieval Rows and some of the remaining buildings of medieval Chester. By the end of the tour you will understand how the rebellion affected Chester and its wider significance for Britain today.
Zakaj obiskati
- Guided tour led by authentically dressed medieval soldiers
- Narrative of Hotspur's 1403 rebellion and the reasons behind it
- Insight into Cheshire longbowmen and soldiers' everyday medieval life
- Chester Walls, the medieval Rows and surviving city buildings pointed out
- Concluding analysis of the rebellion's impact on Chester and Britain
Kaj je vključeno
- Guided tour
- Supervised use of equipment
Dostopnost
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to pushchairs/prams
- Service animals welcome
- Public transport links nearby
Ogled je na voljo v vašem izbranem jeziku
Dodatne informacije
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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