Mediaeval banquet part one

As many of you know, Rhinoa and I both reached a significant birthday this September, and we decided to celebrate in style, with something a little different...a mediaeval banquet. As you can probably tell, I am a big fan of all things mediaeval, and I was delighted when we were able to hire Norwich's famous Dragon Hall for the shindig (see my old advent post!). So together with another of my friends, we three and 60 of our good friends, descended from near and far on the City of Norwich for quite the party. Our evening (and aftenoon for many!) was complete with hog roast, ten homemade desserts (oh yes!), copious amounts of ale, wine and mead, stocks, and of course...compulsory costumes. I think a fabulous time was had by all, I only wish I had the time, energy and money to do it regularly! I thought I would share some pictures of the culmination of my mediaeval summer...

Preparing for battle or the banquet?

A mediaeval banquet is never complete without giant jenga!

The birthday trio

The birthday girls, Rhinoa and myself

More guests

We were never safe from peasants and stinking beggars

Desserts!

Savouring the ambience of the Great Hall before the feasting began

Feasting!

Devouring the hog roast!