Medieval knight re-enactment goes ‘catastrophically’ wrong in front of terrified crowd

Medieval knight re-enactment goes ‘catastrophically’ wrong in front of terrified crowd


A medieval knight re-enactor was stabbed in the face during a mock battle outside a historic English castle – a freak “accident” that left several children in attendance horrified. The 37-year-old Horsham man, clad in full body armor, suffered a severe head injury when his opponent’s sword pierced his visor during a living-history demonstration at Bodiam Castle in East Sussex on Sunday afternoon, according to Sussex Police. The 14th-century moated castle, run by the National Trust and built by a former knight during the Hundred Years’ War, is a popular landmark known for its medieval displays and educational programs.

Author: Anna Young


Published at: 2025-07-01 22:48:54

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