Sandwich Medieval Centre
The Quay, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9EN
Join us this year for an exciting experiment with iron, we will be looking at how medieval blacksmiths made iron from oar. We will attempt to build a small furnace and produce our own bloom of iron.
We will also be looking at the tradition of timber framing, come and see how this amazing skill is being kept alive with master framers as they show the techniques used in new structures and repairs to original buildings.
The medieval centre will be offering visitors a range of medieval table games like Three Men’s Morris, Fox and Geese, Alquerque and Seega on our hand carved games tables.
We will also have many other reenactors in the centre displaying and demonstrating a range of medieval crafts like blacksmithing, baking, calligraphy and illumination, block printing, silk work and you can even visit the barber surgeon, plus you can have a go at striking your own coin. Step onboard the Nicholas, our replica medieval trading ships and and learn about the goods they were bringing in to the town.
Please check our Facebook page or website for specific reenactor visit dates
Timings & Tours
- Friday 12 September:
- 1100 - 1600
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000 - 1600
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1100 - 1600
- Thursday 18 September:
- 1100 - 1600
- Friday 19 September:
- 1100 - 1600
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1000 - 1600
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1100 - 1600
Location & directions
The Quay, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9EN
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Access to upper level up a steep flight of stairs, Pay and display carpark near by, Public toilets near by
Additional information
Some of our events will be held outside, these could be postponed if adverse weather is forecast. please see our website and Facebook page for all the latest event times
