Medieval Times / Royal Feast Without Cutlery
Royal Feast Without Cutlery
Children set up a royal banquet hall and enjoy a shared feast of finger food, eating the medieval way without cutlery.
How to run it
- Decorate a long table as a banquet hall with crowns and banners.
- Prepare simple finger food such as bread, cheese, fruit and drumsticks.
- Wash hands well before sitting down.
- Share the feast and talk about how people ate long ago.
You will need
- finger food
- platters
- napkins
- tablecloth
- paper crowns or banners
Make it easier or harderYounger children can help decorate; older children can plan the menu and write a royal invitation.
SafetyCheck allergies, follow food safety rules and wash hands before eating.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 3Children share a communal meal and connect with history through role play.
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