A COLOURFUL and educational family day out is on offer at the Royal Gunpowder Mills, as medieval Knights come to hold a jousting tournament on June 13 and 14.

Visitors can watch the Knights fight in hand to hand combat and on horseback, making history come alive in a colourful and exciting way.

The Mills are open from 11am - 5pm- ticket prices to be confirmed.

For more information contact the Gunpowder Mills on 01992 707370 or visit www.royalgunpowdermills.com