What did 7th Century Saxon pilgrimage look like? With the pilgrimage to Holy Island recently finding more fame on television, Acle Reenactment Society bring their camp to Bamburgh Castle to mark the 1375th anniversary of the death of Northumbrian saint, Aidan
Watch the skilful Saxon abbesses create beautiful embroideries.
See and smell our kitchen preparing food for the pilgrims.
Learn about beekeeping from our 7th Century monks.
Find out how early Christians buried their dead at our grave-goods display.
Play games like Hneftafl and Merrells
Try on 7th Century Saxon clothing. Talk to our warriors and play with shields and swords in our arena.
Strike a Saxon coin
Learn how 7th Century clothing was made, with weaving, spinning and sewing demonstrations and try using a lucet to make some braid for yourself!
This event is included in your admission to Bamburgh Castle
Bamburgh Castle reserves the right to cancel this event due to unforseen circumstances
