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LEODIS CUP 2026

Kirkstall Abbey
Sat 16 May 10:00 - 18:00
Kirkstall Abbey
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Sat 16 May
10:00 - 18:00
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History will collide on the 16th and 17th May at Kirkstall Abbey where the Leodis Cup opens its gates for the first time- a two day re-enactment and medieval sports tournament. 

Featuring a living history camp, historical entertainment, food stalls, vendors and the main event- a Buhurt Tournament (a modern full contact fighting sport characteristic of tournaments in the middle ages). It is a celebration of medieval history and how we interpret it through various mediums today.

Registration for teams for tournaments through Buhurt International Website.

 

Tickets for the public available on the door on the day. Under 16’s – free, Over 16’s £5 per person.

10am - 6pm on Saturday and Sunday

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