A national trust home held a special St George’s Day celebration for Cobham kids, where they could try their hands at being a knight.

On Sunday (April 26), visitors were invited to dress as a princess or a knight whilst visiting Owletts, the former family home of renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker.

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Maia Bjork-Baker and Emma Patton, both aged eight

The house’s first Knights Taster Day had educational fun where guests could learn about John de Cobham, the local baron who came to a sticky end in 1417, as well as traditional folk play and treasure hunts.

There was an opportunity to try archery with an experienced long bow man, for a charge of £3 for six arrows.

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Daniel Kollnberger, 8

Event organiser Camilla Baker said: "People often come to visit the house, but the grounds are also a lovely place to spend a relaxed family day, with a picnic and enjoy the space.

"It was especially lovely this weekend with all the cherry blossom out."

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