Handfasting - Abbey Medieval Festival 2026 (SOLD OUT)
Location
Abbey Medieval Festival, Abbeystowe
About
Handfasting is an ancient ritual that symbolises the binding of two lives with the use of a cord or piece of fabric. The cord is wrapped around the hands of both people as words of love and promises are made.
This ritual is where the phrase 'tying the knot' originated.
Bring your best friend or loved one to this years Abbey Medieval Festival and participate in this ancient ritual.
*Choose a handfasting cord that speaks to you from our large selection of handmade cords
*Participate in this ancient ritual, and tie the knot with your partner or friend (not a legal marriage)
*Ring the announcement bell
*Receive a Commemorative Certificate
Book and prepay your handfasting time slot for the 2026 Festival.
*This ticket DOES NOT INCLUDE entry to the Abbey Medieval Festival.
Book general admission tickets to the event through the Abbey Medieval Festival at
https://www.abbeymedievalfestival.com/
** If bookings show SOLD OUT - Please note that we will accept walk ins on the day, there may just be a bit of a wait until we can squeeze you in.
This ritual is where the phrase 'tying the knot' originated.
Bring your best friend or loved one to this years Abbey Medieval Festival and participate in this ancient ritual.
*Choose a handfasting cord that speaks to you from our large selection of handmade cords
*Participate in this ancient ritual, and tie the knot with your partner or friend (not a legal marriage)
*Ring the announcement bell
*Receive a Commemorative Certificate
Book and prepay your handfasting time slot for the 2026 Festival.
*This ticket DOES NOT INCLUDE entry to the Abbey Medieval Festival.
Book general admission tickets to the event through the Abbey Medieval Festival at
https://www.abbeymedievalfestival.com/
** If bookings show SOLD OUT - Please note that we will accept walk ins on the day, there may just be a bit of a wait until we can squeeze you in.
