We are only 12 days into March and there is already so much to write about so I will start at the beginning. Warwick Castle: now, this is a castle that knows how to cater to children. For instance, knights and village common folk dressed up throughout the castle to give it that "real" feel, lots of gadgets being sold in tents- like swords, shields, armor for children, donuts and sweets around every turn, games like "throw a rat through the hole" held on the common area, Merlin's dragon tower, the princess tower and of course it wouldn't be complete without a good old sword and pistol fight. Because my kids needed to see that. You can imagine what they did when they got home.
Oliver telling the knight that he can slay dragons.
The knight fears his job may be taken away.
Warwick Castle has some pretty cool history dating all the way back to 1068. It is an interesting read if you have the time. See here. Below the boys are in the Bear Tower - this was built in the 1300's.
This is the "throw the rat through the hole" game. You can't really see the rats, most of the kids are holding them. And no, they are not real. Did they really do this for entertainment?
Morbid right?
Oh boy.
When he is in a mood, watch out. Hmmm...must be my kid.
We went through this wax exhibit on how kings were made kings. Everything looked very real and the kids weren't quite sure what to make of it.
Henry sitting on a mid-evil potty.
Hail to King Henry!!
Oliver's face says it all.
Yay, pistols and swords.
It was a fun day. And as you can see - we had sun! All of us came home with red cheeks and a feeling like we had been at the beach all day. Apparently it has been awhile since we have been exposed to long periods of sunlight.
Coming soon: Boys birthday (full pirate party) and visit with the Goryl's. LOTS of pictures.
This place looks like it was made for your boys! It seems like the only that was missing was the real live dragons ;) Loved reading your post and looking forward to seeing LOTS of pictures from this past week. xoxoxo
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