Blacktown City’s Medieval Fayre a blast

Published on 21 May 2018

People in their tens of thousands flooded into Nurragingy Reserve over the weekend for Blacktown City Council’s annual Medieval Fayre.

“Blacktown’s first Medieval Fayre was held in 2005 and attracted 5,000 people over two days,” Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali MP said.

“This year, 70,000 turned out for this free, two day extravaganza.

“The Fayre showcased all things medieval, including combat displays, live musicians, colourful pavilions and a working blacksmiths hut.

“The International Jousting Competition was once again the highlight of the event, with riders from Australia, Poland and New Zealand all seeking to claim the prestigious title,” said Mayor Bali.

“It was thrilling to watch fully armoured knights on horseback thundering towards each other with their lances aimed high, attempting to unseat each other.”

The Fayre featured the inaugural medieval banquet, which also proved to be a big hit.

“Everyone was dressed in medieval gear and ready to take part in the festivities as we filled our goblets and watched sword fights, dancers and fire performers put on a spectacular show,” Mayor Bali said.

The Medieval Fayre is just the start of the 2018 Blacktown City Festival.

The week-long celebration continues with a range of events and concludes with the Streets Alive and Parade Day on Saturday, 26 May.

For more information including dates and times or to view the full program, visit the Blacktown City Festival website at www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/festival  or call Council on 9839 6000.

Follow link below for high res copies of the Fayre and the banquet –

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ea9vaqh76mhicat/AADUjLZjKafwjtQ_qIMn1yTva?dl=0

Media contact: Communications Unit, Blacktown City Council Martha Azzi – (02) 9839 5926 Robert Grieve – (02) 9839 6543 (phones divert to mobiles after hours) email:  [email protected]