Visitors at Bodiam Castle in England were watching a historical battle demonstration between two male reenactors on June 29 ...

A medieval knight re-enactor was stabbed in the face during a mock battle outside a historic English castle – a freak “accident” that left several children in attendance horrified.

Herstmonceux Castle, Wartling Road, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN. The gardens, grounds and Chestnut Tearoom are open daily until October, booking recommended.

A historical re-enactment turned tragic over the weekend after a man was seriously injured during a combat demonstration at Bodiam Castle in England.

Police said a large crowd had witnessed the combat re-enactment and are appealing for photographs and videos of the accident ...