Events
Discover
Five stunning galleries to explore. War, Tournament, Oriental, Self Defence and Hunting with over 8,000 exhibits to see – and some you can touch. Discover what it was like to hold a 15th century pollaxe or a powder-firing musket and get up close and personal with the armour Henry VIII actually wore.
Experience
Re-live moments in history through the eyes of real-life heroes thanks to gripping performances from our team of professional interpreters. Join the ranks in the English Civil Wars, listen to tales from the Front in World War I, cross the Wild West with American pioneers or face certain death with Joan of Arc. We bring history to life through dramatic performances and hand-to-hand combat displays
Action.
From the international medieval jousting tournaments to thrilling live horse shows and stunning falconry displays – our live performances put you in the midst of the action. Enjoy the clash of lance on armour, experience the power and thrill of history in action and be amazed by the speed and splendour of our birds of prey.
Hands On
Get hands-on with history using our interactive displays, test your reflexes and knowledge playing our innovative computer games or watch the past in action with our informative films.
Select the date of your visit from our calendar below and see what events are on in Leeds that day.
