Beast of the East IV and Tournament of the Roses part Deux
Hosted by Barony of Beyond the Mountain - Guilford, CT
Event date: May 9th, 2026
Event Last Modified: March 20th, 2026
Event details
What is "THE BEAST OF TOURNAMENT"? A tournament that will challenge you -- Will you be brave enough to pick the gauntlet up? Do you embrace the spirit and heart of sword fighting? Do you think you are formidable and daunting on the field? Show off your heraldry and display those fearsome, chivalrous qualities! This will be a day to show your love for swordplay, strategy, and yes ENDURANCE. Just let it ROAR! FAIR Warning make sure you have your endurance at full charge. Both formats will not be for the faint of heart or anyone with low energy. What can you expect? In short- a full day of swordplay and great competition. If you love a tourney of chivalry and honor, then we invite you to join us for an awesome day of fencing and fighting!
But wait! There's more!!!!
Duchess Katherine Stanhope will also be hosting the remaining portions of the Tournament of Roses, with tournaments for Archery, Thrown Weapons, and A&S! So, sharpen your weapons, check your points and fletches, bring out your best A&S endeavors, and prepare for a day of fun and challenge.
Site Opens: 9am
Site Closes: 7pm
Event Location
Guilford Fair Grounds
111 Lovers Ln.
Guilford, CT 06437
Google Map
Directions:
From New Haven Area, take I-95 to EXIT 57. Take right onto Route 1. Follow Route 1 to the intersection of Church Street (Rte. 77) and Route 1. Take a right onto Church Street (Rte. 77). At Stop Sign take a right onto Broad Street then an immediate left onto Whitfield Street. Continue about 1 mile and take a left at fork onto Old Whitfield Street, then another left onto Stone House Lane to Fairgrounds entrance.
EXIT 58 Turn right onto Church Street (Rte. 77). Continue across Route 1. At the Stop Sign take a right onto Broad Street then an immediate left onto Whitfield Street. Continue about 1 mile and take a left at fork onto Old Whitfield Street, then another left onto Stone House Lane to Fairgrounds entrance.
From New London Area, take EXIT 59 (Goose Lane). Take a right onto Goose Lane, cross over Route 1. At Stop Sign take a right onto Boston Street. Continue about a mile and take a left onto South Union Street. Continue to end and turn right onto Stone House Lane to the Fairgrounds entrance.
Registration Fees
Registration:
Registration:
Adult Non-Member- Pre-Reg- $25, At Gate- $30
Adult Member - Pre-Reg $15, At Gate - $20
Under 18 years old- free
Pay Pal Link
TBD
A PayPal invoice will be generated within 24 to 48 hours of the online pre-registration survey being submitted. Online pre-registration is not complete until the PayPal invoice has been paid.
May 1, 2026 is the final date for PayPal pre-registration.
This survey does ask for membership information but you will still need to provide proof of membership at the event.
Feast:
Feast:
No feast will be provided.
Day Board:
No day board will be provided.
Make Checks Payable to: The Barony Beyond the Mountain
Contact Information
Event Steward:
Event Stewards:
Anne Akin
Ciara McRobbie
49908@members.eastkingdom.org
248-339-6996
Teresa Brooks
Isabella d'Allaines le Comte
123955@members.eastkingdom.org
Send Reservations to:
Larry Laudenslager
L. Severin Schröder
377 Hartford Pike
Dayville, CT 06241
Please include mundane name, SCA name , membership #, expiration date, and age range for each person registering and an email address for confirmation.
Other Contact Information:
Merchants are actively encouraged!! We love to shop! Please come sell your wares!
Anne Akin
Ciara McRobbie
49908@members.eastkingdom.org
248-339-6996