Medieval Towton 1461 Weekend

Time Period: Wars of the Roses

Performer / Organiser: Bolton Castle

18th to 21st April 2026 at Bolton Castle, Leyburn, DL8 4ET

On Palm Sunday, March 29th 1461, arguably the largest and bloodiest battle on English soil took place, fought by an estimated 50,000 men continuing throughout the day and into the night.

Among the combatants was Lord John Scrope from Bolton Castle, and a contingent of men at arms and archers from Wensleydale.

Our ‘Living Historians’ are in residence at the castle to talk about the battle, its significance in the Wars of the Roses and the future of England’s monarchy.

Included in usual admission prices.

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