"Definitely recommend it to others - my 6 year old can't stop talking about it!!"

"Massive number of stalls selling everything you could need."

"We all enjoyed the Skirmish very much; our ages range from 10 months to 66 years. Very good value for money."

Sharif visited Berkeley Skirmish and took some really amazing photographs.

"I had a fabulous time at the skirmish and was thoroughly impressed with everyone and everything there!...I hope to see you again next year."

You can read more about his day out and see those photos by clicking on the image and visiting his blog.

We'd like to thank him for sharing with us, and with you.

"I liked the main events such as the jousting and the sword-fighting competition.
But also how everything, including in the smaller tents, was explained with its historical context and origins, which made it educational and fascinating. This was done extremely well by the people involved."

"There was nothing that I didn't enjoy."

"An excellent day out, and worth travelling from London to see!"

James also wrote to us to share his marvellous photography.

"Today was the first time I attended a costumed type of event ever and it was fab, thanks."

You can view his gallery by clicking on image.

Thank you, James, for letting us show your pictures.

"Yes, excellent value. We have 2 boys aged 5 & 12 and they both really enjoyed the day, it's usually hard to find things that appeal to both of them!"

"My 10 ten old grandson thought it was 'wicked'. He is disabled and we were able to place him very close to the skirmish."

"All the hands on activities like sword school and archery - the guys were patient and fun. The jousting was excellent."

"Exceeded expectations - much bigger, great variety and lots of stuff to do and see for all ages.
Everyone friendly, helpful, informative. Fascinating stalls and exploring the tents.
Good announcements and commentary. Excellent value for money"

"Thank you, we had a great day out from the friendly car parkers, to the dragon puppet lady farewelling us."

"For me it was the hawk flying, but the children enjoyed the battle and jousting."

"It was good value for money"

"This is the first time we have been and expect to return. We have already been telling people what a good day out it was."

"My family and I had a great day out
The way the individual events during the day were planned so that you moved from one ring to the next which was great for keeping the children interested.
The Jester: my 4 year old is still re-telling the joke he told us!
We hadn't been before but we have recommended it to our friends since going."

The Downie Family, visiting from Hong Kong, sent us this beautiful image:

A big "thank you" to everyone who took the time to contact us.