Welcome to Timequest
Specialist guided tours and medieval experiences in the heart of the highly contested English / Welsh border region.
Presentations for schools are very popular. Half or whole day medieval experiences include interactive talks on a range of topics and include artefact handling, stories, activities for participation and plenty of Q & A. Suitable for KS 2 and KS 3 pupils A Level and universities also covered.
The best way to predict the future is to study the past
Visit a selection of historic castles, and some lesser known archaeological sites, in the company of highly qualified and experienced guides
Large castles - small castles - archaeological sites
Combat experiences - learn the skills of a longbow archer and experience the training for hand to hand combat of a medieval knight
Longbow tuition - archery - weapon handling
Guided tours with military experts of two of the most important battles in medieval England
Battle of Tewkesbury 1471 and Battle of Evesham 1265
Reconstruct famous medieval battles as tabletop wargames and try to alter the course of history.
Wargame figures - rules - tables - scenery provided
From the great cathedrals of Worcester, Gloucester and Hereford to historic monasteries, picturesque parish churches and tiny Templar chapels there are numerous examples within easy reach of our location.
Tombs of Kings - the Mappa Mundi - relics and treasures
2024 Events Battle of Tewkesbury 13 July Battle of Evesham 3/4 August
Attendance at these events can be included in your tour
Our team of experts offer a number of interesting courses on medieval themed topics or they can visit your location to give exciting, informative 45 - 90 minute lectures with audience participation.
Courses £55 per person : Lectures from £50 plus travel
We offer a selection of evening activities .
Guest speakers - films - wargames
The historic Feathers Hotel is an option for our clients. The beautiful building dates back to Tudor times so very appropriate for history enthusiasts.
Lovely rooms - fine cuisine - centre of Ledbury - pool
White House, Aylton, Ledbury, HR8 2RQ Self Catering Five characterful, listed cottages, nestled in tranquil countryside just 5 miles from Ledbury. Set on the Gloucestershire/ Herefordshire border, it’s the perfect base for exploring the Welsh border castles and historic sites
www.whitehousecottages.com