Blood and Banners | St Briavels, Gloucestershire | 15 - 19 April, 2026
Stand Firm, Stand Together
From £900 for four nights
A haggard group of rebels, the last survivors of a terrible battle, take refuge in a crumbling fortress. Nowhere to run, here you will make your stand.
Play D&D in a castle on the edge of the Forest of Dean; a border fortress and royal hunting lodge. Make your last stand together in our innovative Adventure, with seven parties working as one to defend the castle from evil, all while navigating their own conflicting ambitions and allegiances.
16-20 hours dedicated to D&D
Exclusive use of St Briavel’s Castle
Full board and a medieval banquet
Activities including archery, fencing, breadmaking and candle dipping
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
The total Adventure price varies by room type. The price includes all gameplay, activities and meals detailed below. A deposit of 40% is payable to secure your place.
Bring your entourage
We have limited discounted spaces for non-players available. You’ll get accommodation, meals and activities - just no D&D.
Reserve your spot for free
Reserve your tickets today with no money down. We’ll process your reservation and send you an invoice. Once you’ve received your invoice, you’ll have 24 hours to pay your deposit and secure your place.
Stand Firm, Stand Together
From £900 for four nights
A haggard group of rebels, the last survivors of a terrible battle, take refuge in a crumbling fortress. Nowhere to run, here you will make your stand.
Play D&D in a castle on the edge of the Forest of Dean; a border fortress and royal hunting lodge. Make your last stand together in our innovative Adventure, with seven parties working as one to defend the castle from evil, all while navigating their own conflicting ambitions and allegiances.
16-20 hours dedicated to D&D
Exclusive use of St Briavel’s Castle
Full board and a medieval banquet
Activities including archery, fencing, breadmaking and candle dipping
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
The total Adventure price varies by room type. The price includes all gameplay, activities and meals detailed below. A deposit of 40% is payable to secure your place.
Bring your entourage
We have limited discounted spaces for non-players available. You’ll get accommodation, meals and activities - just no D&D.
Reserve your spot for free
Reserve your tickets today with no money down. We’ll process your reservation and send you an invoice. Once you’ve received your invoice, you’ll have 24 hours to pay your deposit and secure your place.
Stand Firm, Stand Together
From £900 for four nights
A haggard group of rebels, the last survivors of a terrible battle, take refuge in a crumbling fortress. Nowhere to run, here you will make your stand.
Play D&D in a castle on the edge of the Forest of Dean; a border fortress and royal hunting lodge. Make your last stand together in our innovative Adventure, with seven parties working as one to defend the castle from evil, all while navigating their own conflicting ambitions and allegiances.
16-20 hours dedicated to D&D
Exclusive use of St Briavel’s Castle
Full board and a medieval banquet
Activities including archery, fencing, breadmaking and candle dipping
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
The total Adventure price varies by room type. The price includes all gameplay, activities and meals detailed below. A deposit of 40% is payable to secure your place.
Bring your entourage
We have limited discounted spaces for non-players available. You’ll get accommodation, meals and activities - just no D&D.
Reserve your spot for free
Reserve your tickets today with no money down. We’ll process your reservation and send you an invoice. Once you’ve received your invoice, you’ll have 24 hours to pay your deposit and secure your place.
Adventure details
Game system: Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition (2024)
Age limit: 18+
Accommodation: St Briavel’s Castle, Gloucestershire
Session Zero: Friday 10th April 2026, 8pm, online
Check-in: Wednesday 15th April 2026
Check-out: Sunday 19th April 2026
Nights included: 4
Meals included: Daily cooked breakfast, packed lunch and cooked dinner. Three-course medieval farewell banquet.
Game hours: 16-20 hours
Capacity: 42 players (7 parties of 6)
Minimum player count: 24 players. We’ll cancel or reschedule the Adventure if the minimum player count is not reached 30 days before check-in.
Suitable for persons with reduced mobility? There are major obstacles to physical access in this property, including uneven floors and steps. Please contact us, or request an accessibility conversation when you book, for more information.
Payment
A deposit of 40% is due within 24 hours of your reservation being processed. Full payment is due 60 days before Check-in. We’ll send details of how to pay along with your booking confirmation, and a reminder when your payment is due. If you’re booking less than 60 days before Check-in, full payment is due within 24 hours of your reservation being processed.
You can also pay in monthly instalments, as long as you’re booking at least 120 days in advance. Pay half your deposit now, the other half in a month, and the rest in equal monthly instalments, with the final balance due 60 days before the beginning of your Adventure. Let us know when you reserve your place if you’d like to pay this way.
Cancellation
You can cancel your booking within seven days* for a 100% refund. For full cancellation terms, see our Booking Conditions.
Financial protection
We’re a member [X8144] of the Travel Trust Association. You can book your Adventure secure in the knowledge that there are arrangements in place which will protect you in the unlikely event of us becoming insolvent.
We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance as it provides crucial financial protection against unexpected events like medical emergencies, lost belongings, and events outside our control.
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