Back in time

The nearby village of Rumilly-lès-Vaudes was having their medieval festival, which is a bi-annual event. It’s always good fun, with things to see for everyone.

It was lovely to see a stand where they were preparing crepes in a traditional way, on platters suspended over a wood fire. I was very tempted, but it felt like we’d just had breakfast, so I resisted for now.

There’s a beautiful chateau in the centre of the fayre, and just behind it there was a display area. We arrived just as a couple were showing birds of prey to the people seated around the little arena. They were explaining about their habitats, where they live and what they need to survive. It was very educational.

I remember going to see these kinds of displays as a kid, they really stuck in my memory.

In another area there were two men practicing their sword skills. It looks very real, even though they don’t go at it too hard, but it always makes me shiver when the steel of the weapons clash.

A little less adrenaline packed, but just as essential, was the lady by her tent making repairs to one of the costumes. They really embrace getting into character for these events, it’s like going back in time.

There were lots of little craft stalls, and artisans showing off their skills such as masonry, sword making, weaving and rope making. A very delightful event.