Arundel

Last weekend we celebrated with our friends at their wedding at a beautiful ceremony near the castle of Arundel, built at the end of the 11th Century by the Earl of Arundel. During the civil war in the 1640's, it was badly damaged until the 1700's, when Charles Howard known as 'the drunken duke' carried out some restoration. At least he had his priorities right even while drinking;-)

The happy couple, Mark & Fionnoula!

Walking around the beautiful gardens of the castle

We were lucky enough to take part in the medieval days at the castle!

This peasant gave Jake one of his newly carved homemade tent pegs...

Fantastic period costumes!

Jake & Oliver loved exploring in 'the keep', the oldest part of the castle.


Delicious hog-roast for lunch, complete with crackling (crispy skin) and warm applesauce!
Sword fighting
Jousting...England vs. France!