JOIN THE GREAT BATTLE MARCH (WITH MUD)!
AT WARWICK CASTLE THIS FEBRUARY HALF TERM
9th – 17th FEBRUARY 2008
- Fun interactive battle walk for all the family
- Mix of in- and outdoor activities including plenty of muddy marching
- Discover the grotty truth about mediaeval army life from foul food to hazardous health & hygiene
- PLUS a castle-ful of adventure to explore
- Ponchos and baby “battle” backpacks available
- Great value family ticket deals
- Find out more at www.warwick-castle.com or on 0870 442 2000. Book online for best prices.
It’s best battle boots forward for some seriously squelchy family fun on the Great Battle March (with mud) at Warwick Castle this February half term. Wannabe warriors will step into the shoes of a mediaeval battalion for a hands-on, feet first adventure trail around the awesome castle grounds. Along the way, they will get a taste of army rations (the typical menu was stale bread and pottage); army training (drilling, weapon handling and sword play) and army health and hygiene (most common ailment was “trench foot”).
And like any self-respecting conscript they’ll be expected (and positively encouraged) to embrace the elements, throw caution to the “Great” British weather and have fun in the inevitable winter mud. Wellies or waterproof walking shoes are strongly recommended; ponchos will be available and to ensure even the littlest soldiers can join in baby “battle” backpacks will also be on hand.
With tumbling turrets and towers, rolling ramparts and an authentically dingy dungeon Warwick Castle is a dream for any wannabe knight or damsel - and families will have plenty of opportunity to shake off the mud and continue the adventure indoors. From the immersive Kingmaker 1471, which draws guests right in to the heart of the Castle’s preparations for the Battle of Barnet to the chillingly good fun of Warwick Ghosts - Alive in the infamous Ghost Tower, there’s something to amuse and enthral everyone.
For further information please contact:
Seb Thompson/Karen Abrams at freerange communications on 020 7402 9966
or Jo Biggs at Warwick Castle on 01926 406 633.
