Rochdale Medieval Fayre

Taking place in Rochdale Town Hall, Town Hall Square and the newly restored Broadfield Park Slopes, the event will transport visitors back in time to the Medieval period where they will see history burst into colourful life. 

On Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June, visitors can expect combat displays, live cookery demonstrations and reenactments of daily life from the period, which was from 1066 to around 1485. Around 80 actors from 12th century living history group, Historia Normannis, will be showcasing life as it was hundreds of years ago. 

Inside the town hall families can have a go at building a giant Medieval castle, inspired by the Norman Castle that once stood in Rochdale. A medieval dress up box will be available, alongside family print and tile making workshops and a Medieval manuscript workshop. 

Visitors can even have a taste of some Medieval inspired foods in the town hall’s Martlet restaurant. The Martlet will be serving the Medieval style dish during the event, people are advised to book in advance. 

In addition, a more relaxed café experience will be available in the Zodiac bar, also inside the town hall. The Zodiac will be open from 10am to 4pm each day serving sandwiches, drinks and cakes. 

All activities, apart from the food and drink, are free of charge and there is no need to book in advance. Simple pop along on the day and soak up the unique atmosphere of this fascinating period of history. 

This event is delivered as part of the Broadfield Park Slopes Project, which is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.