Avoncroft

Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings provided Destrier with a lovely setting for our joust and skill at arms displays on the 7/8th of August, and a very appreciative crowd – apparently a record number for the museum – enjoyed the action over the weekend.

All didn’t start well though, with Jason’s much loved jousting horse Segunda being taken ill on the journey up, and having to be taken straight home again to recover. We’re pleased to hear that she is doing well and wish her a speedy recovery.

Segunda’s place was taken by a relative newcomer, Bert, ridden by Tournament Stud’s John Neave, and the pair made a cracking debut – welcome to the world of Destrier jousting.

Zoe stood in as commentator at the 11th hour and did a superb job – thank you – and thanks also to everyone who turned out and worked so hard to make this event such an enjoyable success.