Living History and Skirmish
re-enactments of the 13th to 15 centuries.
Public Events,
Living History Displays,
Film Work,
Educational visits (info & pictures),
Museum and Historical interpretation,
Themed Weddings and Banquets.
Health & Safety Policy / Standard Operational Procedures / Child Protection Policy / Risk Assessment
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Marcher
Freemen
Membership
The majority of our members are based in north Wales, the Welsh Borders and central England, ~~ but travel to more distant events throughout the UK.. We welcome prospective members from anywhere.
Members also frequently attend large multi-group events and battles like Tewkesbury, Berkley Castle etc. We thoroughly appreciate that members have ‘modern’ lives as well, but ask that you discuss with us the degree of commitment necessary is considered before requesting membership.
For new members, initial financial outlay does not have to be great — some basic clothing and footwear is all that is necessary to start with for Living History — this can be easily self-made, or bought 'off the peg' from traders. More kit can be bought when you have decided the 'direction' your participation will take — LH or combat etc. In your first few months with us, you are welcome to borrow Helms, Pole Arms etc.
We would encourage all new members to learn archery as a core skill ~ something that all men and many women were proficient in, in the middle ages. The ability for you to become a safe archer enables you to go onto the battle field at an early stage, having incurred minimal expense, and become engaged in battles. It also enables you to view the kit used and skills demonstrated by other combatants - useful in making future purchases.
Please see our Clothing & Equipment Guide and feel free to phone for advice.
This is a link to the Guidance Notes on the Use of Pole Arms & Archery.
Marcher Freemen are a family friendly group. Our aim is to safely enjoy what we do, and to do it with as thorough authenticity as possible. We therefore need members to adhere to our Health & Safety Policies and adopt appropriate practices correct for the historic periods we portray.
If you would like to know more about Re-enacting and Living History, or would like a discussion about membership, please e-mail or, phone us ........ or come and visit us at an event!
Tel: 07887 606375 Andy (Secretary) 07890 608230 Lynne (Treasurer)