Wrestling or Tussling for prizes was always common at fairs. 

We shall try to re-create the atmosphere by introducing a few 
novel hurdles to make physical contact a positive inconvenience, 
at the same time making the whole event 
entertaining for the spectator and hilarious for all involved. 

The fighting ring shall be small enough for you all to get close 
and cheer on your chosen wrestler.

All fighters shall have a Supporter, who will be responsible for 
greasing them down in goodly Goose fat before they can fight. 
Fighters shall wear only their nether hose, and may have 
no concealed weapons, ‘not edged nor otherwise’. 

A small length of knotted rope will be held in the left hand 
of each fighter. This they must not drop for fear of disqualification.

The aim of the bout is to get your opponent’s ass on the floor 
while you still stand on both feet.

If this happens too quickly then I am sure some rule or other 
will have been broken and the bout will be re-started.

Who would wish to be the Referee? ... but we shall have one, 
to see that the ‘rules’ are adhered to!

Combatants shall be invited or drawn from the participants at 
the Fayre; sadly we cannot open this sport to members of the public. 

Our combatants shall fight for the honour of their group 
and shall receive small tokens as rewards.

Combatants shall draw lots to see who will fight whom. 
By the end of the second day we shall find out who is 
‘Champion of the Fayre’. A purse of coin and 
a round of drinks for all concerned will be his reward. 
 

May the best fool win!