Five hundreds years ago two young kings hosted a spectacular festival filled with jousting contests, as they came together for a summit on French soil.

Henry VIII met King Francois I of France in 1520 near Calais, and staged the lavish festival with feasting, music and games in celebration of bringing their countries closer together.

Now five centuries on, Leeds Castle near Maidstone is staging its Golden Joust at the end of May and is looking for a young king to step into Henry's shoes for the event.

Do you know someone who's got what it takes to hold court in front of thousands of visitors at The Golden Joust?

Do you have the bearing and good looks of a Tudor King?

Today, the castle launches its search for Kent’s best Henry wannabe on Facebook, supported by kmfm. The successful applicant will be paid a King’s ransom, fitted out in the finest royal robes and be required to preside over The Golden Joust on Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24 and Bank Holiday Monday, May 25.

With the assistance of a knowledgeable medieval courtier, Henry will be expected to walk among his ‘subjects’ for the three days and show a presence at the Henry VIII Royal Banquet on the Saturday in the castle’s Henry VIII Banqueting Hall.

If you think you have what it takes, visit the Leeds Castle Facebook page and submit a photo and brief description as to why you think you should be crowned King.

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