Click to see 2019 jousting scoreboard.
Witness spectacular jousting in an authentic arena, complete with Royal Box. Jousting tournaments take place throughout the summer holidays every year when the brave Knights of Royal England return to battle it out.
Each tournament begins with a procession from the Castle forecourt when Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn lead visitors across the grounds to the Jousting Arena complete with a Royal Box and professional compere. Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands, available for a small cost on a first-come first-served basis at the Event Field (No pre-booking). Then choose which knights you support and cheer them to glory.
Spectators will be treated to thrilling displays of action, stunts, falls and fights as the brave knights compete for points to find the season’s champion knight. Points are awarded in competitions including riding against the quintain, riding to spear enemy heads from the ground and lancing the smallest of rings, all followed by foot combat with weapons of their choice. The highlight of the competition is the duel on horseback between two knights riding against each other on their beautiful Spanish horses at full tilt armed only with a 4-metre lance and a shield. Maximum points are scored for unseating their opponent in this dramatic finale.
Dates for 2020:
July: 11 & 12; 18 & 19; 25 & 26
August: 8 & 9, 15 & 16; 22 & 23; 28 – 31
Activities:
13:00 Jousting Field Opens,
14:00 Arrival of Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn at the Castle
14:15 Jousting Tournament Commences
Prices:
Jousting is included in the price of admission tickets – book online to save.
£1.50 per seat in stand (approx. 120 seats) – book on the day at the stand.
£2.50 per seat in the Queen’s box (4-6 seats) – book on the day at the stand.
Free of charge viewing areas around arena.
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
Beautiful Castle & Grounds any time of year!
Lacey L on TripAdvisor
Set in the Garden of England, it is the ultimate place to visit with historical beauty, and events going on all year round. It is truly an amazing place and good value for money.
John DeLeigh on Facebook
Brilliant day out.
Mia H on TripAdvisor
Walking in the footsteps of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn! The castle is magnificent as are the grounds, I cannot believe I didn't visit this more when I lived in UK. A great day out for the family.
Caroline Peek on Facebook
Hever Castle is definitely a very special place to visit for young and old alike, we visit as a family as well as sometimes with friends at least once a year.
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LEAGUE TABLE 2019
| Sir Jasper | Sir Paul of Anjou / Guest Knight | Sir Sam of Hever | Lord Ashley of Hampshire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13/14 | 74 | 64 | 68 | 74 |
| July 20/21 | 74 | 64 | 68 | 74 |
| July 27/28 | 86 | 72 | 74 | 79 |
| August 10/11 | 84 | 30 | 78 | 60 |
| August 17/18 | 84 | 46 | 46 | 72 |
| August 23/24/25/26 | 120 | 144 | 150 | 144 |
| Scores | 522 | 420 | 484 | 503 |
LEAGUE TABLE 2018
| Sir Jasper | Sir Stephen of Porlock | Sir Sam of Hever | Lord Ashley of Hampshire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 14/15 | 70 | 50 | 60 | 60 |
| July 21/22 | 65 | 30 | 60 | 50 |
| July 28/29 | 55 | 25 | 55 | 50 |
| August 11/12 | 60 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| August 18/19 | 52 | 45 | 52 | 60 |
| August 24/25/26/27 | 120 | 84 | 90 | 144 |
| Scores | 422 | 289 | 372 | 419 |
LEAGUE TABLE 2017
| Sir Jasper | Sir Stephen of Porlock | Sir Sam of Hever | Lord Ashley of Hampshire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15/16 | 52 | 48 | 48 | 36 |
| July 22/23 | 50 | 50 | 55 | 45 |
| July 29/30 | 40 | 35 | 50 | 60 |
| August 12/13 | 47 | 55 | 58 | 60 |
| August 19/20 | 60 | 46 | 50 | 60 |
| August 25/26/27/28 | 80 | 90 | 115 | 110 |
| Scores | 329 | 324 | 376 | 371 |
LEAGUE TABLE 2016
| Sir Jasper | Sir Stephen of Porlock | Sir Sam of Hever | Lord Ashley of Hampshire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 16/17 | 44 | 44 | 32 | Injured |
| July 23/24 | 48 | 32 | 52 | 48 |
| July 30/31 | 56 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| August 13/14 | 56 | 28 | 56 | 44 |
| August 20/21 | 53 | 45 | 60 | 65 |
| August 26/27/28/29 | 115 | 105 | 120 | 115 |
| Scores | 372 | 294 | 360 | 312 |
