Hundreds of re-enactors will climb into their suits of armour, grab their swords, axes and pikes and engage in hand-to-hand combat in a fight 'to the death' four times over the weekend of 3 & 4 August.

The Battle of Evesham is a free to attend celebration of one of the most important battles in Medieval history. Around 5,000 soldiers lost their lives in just one day. The captured King Henry III was rescued by his son Price Edward, in doing so his Royalist army slaughtered the rebel Barons and their forces, including Simon de Montfort, who is regarded as the founder of Parliament. The action-packed weekend will also include The Battle of Evesham Grand Parade through the streets of Evesham, with knights in full-armour - mounted on their war-horses.

Their foot-soldiers and Battle-Camp followers will be shouting battle-cries and singing praises for either the King or de Monfort. Members of the public can cheer support and wave flags for their favourites as they pass by.

On Evesham's Crown Meadow, thousands of visitors can watch medieval musicians and dancing along with craftsmen demonstrations and medieval cookery in the 13th Century Living History camp. Next to the camp, there will be archery displays, a working siege engine throwing water melons 100m across the arena, treasure trails and children's activities including face painting and arts and crafts. Medieval traders will be selling authentic food, drink and goods.

For those visitors not keen on trying 13th Century fair, modern stalls and food outlets will provide a range of dishes and snacks plus a licensed bar and specialist drinks retailers. There will also be a fun-fair in full-swing for extra family fun close by on Corporation Meadow.