We've got a lot of history in the Yorkshire Dales, some of it hidden and some more obvious thanks to buildings such as one of the oldest castles in England at Richmond and former abbeys such as Bolton Abbey and Jervaulx Abbey.
During the Summer months some of the historic buildings play host to living history events when stories of the past are recreated by historical societies and costumed interpreters. It's a great way to understand the part played by the castles and to get an insight into the life and activities of people who lived there.
During the Summer months some of the historic buildings play host to living history events when stories of the past are recreated by historical societies and costumed interpreters. It's a great way to understand the part played by the castles and to get an insight into the life and activities of people who lived there.
You could see a recreation of a medieval campsite, with demonstrations of knights' skills and armour, have a chance to practice archery or enter into the spirit of the re-telling of stories of the past by hissing and booing or supporting members of the castle household.
Some of the events are likely to be more sedate, with opportunities to learn about dress from the time of the War of the Roses, to perhaps watch a mummers play or listen to medieval music played in a castle.
Some of the events are likely to be more sedate, with opportunities to learn about dress from the time of the War of the Roses, to perhaps watch a mummers play or listen to medieval music played in a castle.
You might also learn some forgotten skills such as candle-making, stone-carving or creating cures and potions using herbs.
For details of historical re-creations taking place this summer see the events pages on websites for Bolton Castle, Richmond Castle, Middleham Castle, Skipton Castle.
For details of historical re-creations taking place this summer see the events pages on websites for Bolton Castle, Richmond Castle, Middleham Castle, Skipton Castle.
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