The weekend was organised by the Federation of the Roses re-enactment societies whose members came from all over the country and wore replica costumes and armour of the medieval period. The dramatic finale on the Sunday afternoon involved archers, crossbowmen and soldiers along with explosions and scaling ladders, not to mention treachery! Apart from the activities listed, there were also performances of medieval music and story-telling. Admission each day cost £1.50 for adults and £1 for children with proceeds going towards ‘the continuing restoration of the Castle’.

This event and public access to the Castle are in great contrast to the past few years when public access has not been possible. This contrast apart, the account of the re-enactment poses a few questions, not least in which year did it take place? Did any of you attend the event as spectators or stewards, and, if so, do you have any photographs of it? Did the Castle House have a tenant at the time? It would also be interesting to know who received the proceeds from the ticket sales and how the money was spent.

The only clues to the date of the article, clearly after decimalisation, are accompanying advertisements of businesses no longer in existence. Anyone tempted to keep newspaper cuttings could make sure they are properly dated for future reference!