A castle is to maintain the royal theme inspired by the Queen's Golden Jubilee with a display of falconry later this month.

Raphael Falconry tours the country with an educational programme explaining the sport's role in medieval Britain, when birds of prey were used by royal hunting parties looking for food to put on the table.

Historians believe that falcons may even have been used to bring down larger birds, such as herons and cranes, which would have been the centrepieces at banquets given by kings and queens as far back as the sixth century.

Visitors will have an opportunity to run a lure for some of the birds of prey during displays to be held at Richmond Castle, starting at noon on Saturday, June 15, and Sunday, June 16.

An authentic medieval pavilion will also be erected in the grounds.

Falconers will be on hand to answer questions and demonstrate some of the tools of the trade.