What's On: March

CENTRAL Knebworth House

Behind Knebworth House's 19th-century exterior is a red-brick Tudor mansion, where the Lytton family has lived for 500 years. The house's Tudor roots make it a perfect backdrop for a two-day jousting extravaganza over the Easter bank holiday. It's an authentic experience: the modern-day knights fighting it out at Knebworth ride the same Andalusian and Lusitano chargers as their medieval counterparts.
When: March 23-24 Tel: 01438 812661.
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CENTRAL Kenilworth Castle

The country's largest ruined castle is connected to some of English history's most renowned figures, including King John, Henry V and Queen Elizabeth I. This Easter, the Plantagenet Medieval Society comes to Kenilworth Castle, offering four days of family fun. Have a go at medieval combat, sword-fighting and archery. Or simply wander round the colourful living history encampments for a flavour of what life was like during Plantagenet times.
When: March 21-24 Tel: 01926 852078.
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