Going back to Medieval Times

Laksha is addicted to history. She always loved history and loves the 'Horrible Histories' show on CBBC but her addiction started back in March after International Women's Day once she started her Own Women in History Book. From then on, she's been reading about everything and everyone in History and have been taking her to historic places so her curiosity doesn't die.

One such place that I took her recently was the Medieval Feast in Central London. Located in St Katherine's Dock it's an experience you don't want to miss! We got discounted tickets at around £25 and kids under a certain age go free so we basically the price of 2 for 3 people! I recommend going on a Sunday which is at a much more earlier time than usual (6pm).

The place is set in a beautiful basement tavern with rows of benches and tables. We were welcomed by a dressing area so obviously we had to get dressed up except Mahi just didn't want to. He was so blinded by seeing knights with swords and shield that he was busy showing off his own sword and shield he brought from home. You have to pay £10 per costume but if you want to experience the whole atmosphere, I'll recommend it. Until 6pm, we were entertained by jesters, dancers and Henry VIII and Queen Victoria with lots of photo opportunity.

As we sat right at the front of the table, the kids got very spoiled and had lots of opportunities to be interactive with the actors!

The feast was proper old time food. A 4 course meal which was yummy! With lots of entertainment from acrobatics, singing, dancing and sword fighting in between al courses, it was a delight! Although we were full after all that food, thankfully there's a disco at the end where you can burn off all your calories! We danced the away to cheesy music and good music. Henry VIII was getting down too! Now, that's not what you see often! It was lovely to see everyone from young to old having such a great time! A 4 hour extravaganza that neither me or or my history- loving kids will never forget! Lucky loved having the experience of what it was like to have a feast under the watchful eye of Henry VIII!