Medieval Christmas and the Newport Ship

Visitors will discover more about the Newport Medieval Ship at its free festive themed open day from 11am – 4pm.

The team are expecting a visit from Father Christmas; visitors can make their own pomanders with Cardiff Castle Garrison and find out how the medieval household celebrated Christmas. The Minstrels of the Forest will also be performing traditional carols throughout the day.

Timbers from the Swash Channel Wreck, which has been featured on the BBC documentary Britain’s Secret Seas will also be on display. The vessel is a high status early 17th century armed merchant ship that was discovered near Poole Harbour.

Open days are free and suitable for the entire family. Visitors will find out about the excavation and the campaign to save the ship, through tours of the facility by Friends of the Newport Ship and talk to members of the ship team.