The Greatest Knight – William Marshal

The Greatest Knight – William Marshal

Saturday 6 March 2027

Times: 2.00pm

Prices: £20 per person

Venue: West Stow

Event details

The incredible story of an undefeated knight at the dawn of chivalry who beat off the French invasion of 1217.

Enjoy a well-illustrated talk, with several short videos, about our little known but greatest knight.

William Marshal lived at a time when the concept of chivalry was tested at tournaments and the concept of honour was tested by King John. He was involved with the 1215 Magna Carta. This session lasts about an hour and includes Medieval replica handling. This event finishes about 3.15 pm.

This is part of a series entitled ‘Our Story’.

  • Does not include full admission to Anglo-Saxon Village
  • The event is suitable for adults and/or accompanied young people 12 years and over; all must be paying participants.
  • Please meet at the West Stow Visitor Centre 10 minutes before session start time.
  • Normal parking fees apply

Times: 2pm-3.15pm
Tickets: £20 per person, child must be 12yrs or over with booked adult
Booking: Essential – email: arnor@arnor.org.uk
Venue: West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village

This event is promoted by Arnor Heritage.

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