Hampton Court Palace marks 500th anniversary of King Henry VIII's ascension to the throne (From Richmond and Twickenham Times)

Hampton Court Palace marks 500th anniversary of King Henry VIII's ascension to the throne

10:12am Thursday 26th August 2010 in

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Hampton Court Palace is running a series of events this year to mark the 500th anniversary of King Henry VIII's ascension to the throne.

On Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday Monday the king will take part in a series of contests to prove who is really the best knight, including jousting and sword fighting.

There will be plenty of other activities going on, including Tudor cookery in Henry VIII’s kitchens and traditional Tudor dancing.

There will be two jousting contests each day in the east front gardens of the palace at noon and 4pm, as well as Tudor sword fighting displays throughout the day.

Tickets are £14 for adults and £7 for children.

For more information visit hrp.org.uk.