Royston pageant brings medieval minstrels and more to town

The pageant, which celebrated all things historical, took place at Priory Memorial Gardens on Saturday, July 1.

Royston Heath Archery Club held archery events at the pageant (Image: Sarah Dingley)

Crowds were entertained by travelling storyteller the Yarnsmith of Norwich and his tales of sneezing donkeys and clever wenches.

Folk heroes George and the Dragon and Robin Hood also made an appearance, along with a genuine blacksmith.

Visitors had a chance to learn ye olde jester skills, such as the diabolo and devil's sticks.

Storyteller the Yarnsmith of Norwich entertained crowds (Image: Sarah Dingley)

Royston Scouts ran a successful axe-throwing activity, while many visitors - including Mayor of Royston Cllr Lisa Adams - tried to improve their archery skills to join Robin Hood's Merry Men at an activity run by Royston Heath Archery Club.

The event - organised by Royston Events Partnership - also featured traditional medieval, or 'mummers', plays, and bardic storytelling with authentic medieval music.

Mayor of Royston Cllr Lisa Adams took part in archery at the pageant (Image: Clive Porter)

Visitors were invited to attend the pageant in historical costume.

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Organisers Sarah Dingley and Vanja Sneg said: "The sun shone, ribbons twirled and the crowds laughed appreciatively.

Ben Lemay having a go at axe throwing at Royston Pageant (Image: Clive Porter)

"We would like to thank everyone who came and enjoyed the wonderful, relaxed, happy, warm vibe.

"It was a lovely afternoon."

Sarah Dingley, Mayor of Royston Cllr Lisa Adams, Vanja Sneg and Rok Podgrajsek (Image: Clive Porter)

Storytelling at Royston Pageant (Image: Clive Porter)