Clash of Steel: Medieval Knights and the Legend of St. George

Hear the ring of steel and feel the impact of battle at Clash of Steel, a high-energy living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Witness armoured warriors face off in dramatic combat displays, showcasing historical fighting techniques, weapons and armour from the medieval period. Watch as skilled re-enactors demonstrate the realities of close-quarter combat, revealing how strength, skill, strategy and pageantry determined survival on the battlefield.
Between clashes, meet the fighters up close, explore the equipment they used, and learn how armour and weapons evolved to meet the demands of war. Set within the museum’s historic buildings and open-air landscape, this immersive event offers an exciting day out for families, history enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by medieval warfare.

Event highlights
• Live armoured combat and steel-on-steel fighting displays
• Learn about medieval weapons, armour and combat techniques
• Have a go activities including medieval dancing, archery, and squire training
• Family-friendly living history
• Set within the museum’s unique historic buildings and grounds