We took the kids to the Abbey Medieval Festival. We hadn't ever been before, and had lots of fun. Admittedly, its probably better for children a little older than Eli and Lani (Jaidyn loved it!), as there were times when they were a little unsettled - probably mostly from having to sit in the pram... but it was good regardless!
Here's some pics!
Checking out the chainmail - its heavy!
A very cool tree lady on stilts who was walking around...
One of the medieval encampments out on the field...
My handsome big guy...
Jaidyn and Eli patting the goats at the gypsy settling...
Nuns in authentic attire...
My boys posing with some serious knights armour!
The boys in particular loved the sword-fighting tournaments. Muscle, brawn and metal - what else could a boy need?? Greg watched in awe and a bit of envy too I think... he took sword-fighting lessons a little while ago and loved it, and would still be doing it if it wasn't so expensive... so he was in his element...
They had a few small fights throughout the day, and a big tournament at the end of all the knights, fighting for their ladies' love! Greg sat in the sun with the zoom lens on, loving every minute of it...
All the knights' swords lined up for battle...
Knights in action!
A noble knight taking a bow to his opponent...
Jaidyn in his shining armour (and later Grandad made him a sword too!)
It was a very exhausting day for little knights... he's asleep with his helmet on! Too cute!
It was a very exhausting day for little knights... he's asleep with his helmet on! Too cute!
We decided that if we go again (maybe not next year but year after?), we'll all dress up in costume!! Fun!!
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Can definately see that this activity would appeal to the boys. One of the guys I am working with is really into all of this and he has even done a unit of work with his kids at school on it. When they have the fights though, they use a pool noodle. The kids have absolutely loved it.
What a cool outing! Fantastic snaps mate :) A great practical way for the kids to learn about history and looks like everyone (especially Greg! and Jai too) had a fun time!
You are such a great mum!
Love L x
Ohhhh I wished I'd known, Michael and the kids have been dying to go to s'thing like this for quite some time! Now I know what the sword comment on fb was about! LOL Looks amazing hon....
ITs on every year Chrissy - I'm guessing around the same time? There's always next time. A lot of people dress up in full medieval costumes too - lots of fun!!
Where was it held hon?
Near Bribie Island :)
Thanks Natti! Will have to keep an eye out for it this time next year... (and hope Michael is actually in Australia! LOL)
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