Sandwell museums staff are preparing to welcome Buckingham's Retinue historical interpretation group to West Bromwich to bring to life the Wars of the Roses.
The group will be performing at the Manor House Museum, Hall Green Road, taking over the grounds of the 13th century house, once known as Bromwic Hall, with a medieval encampment.
The group will be displaying a wide variety of activities and visitors can experience the sights and smells of medieval times on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 September between 11am and 3pm.
Councillor Steve Trow, Sandwell Council's cabinet member for culture and core services, said: "Visitors will have the opportunity to see the arms, armour and firepower available to a medieval army as they enjoy the demonstrations and perhaps get the chance to join the army, try on a helmet or hold a sword.
"Those interested in more gentle activities will be able to enjoy a display of medieval music and dance with the opportunity to participate with easy-to-learn enjoyable medieval dances."
There will also be a chance to play games, hear about a gruesome surgeon and see a battle display.
The fantastic medieval house itself will be open for self-guided tours throughout the event or join us for a guided tour at 11.30am and 1.30pm (please book on arrival).
On the Sunday (16 September), local historian Ian Bott will be there presenting his talk of The History and Legends of West Bromwich Manor House at 12.15pm and 2.15pm
"This is a fantastic opportunity to discover and explore this amazing building which we are so lucky to have in Sandwell and see it come alive with real historical characters," said Jane Hanney, museums services manager.
