I've been running a reenactment group now for 15years and its amazing how things grow, up here in Scotland medieval reenactment is popular around bannockburn, so 1314 and that's how we started off. Since then we now cover right through to the late 16th century, which obviously means alot of kit however it does help with getting events. With regards to authenticity we strive to get a balance which hopefully shows off a decent level but also allows room to add in a level of entertainment which the public and clients want. For combat big believer in using HEMA groups first, then reenactment combat , it looks better and is safer.We also joined a well known English group, the Beauforts, this helps when we come down south each year and finally for those at perhaps looking for a group, use Facebook pages rather than websites they are more up to date, a good one used in Scotland is Reenactment Scotland Network, shows info about most groups up here from different time periods and what events you can go see them at to get an idea of what they are all about.
Interesting ! When i started my late XVth century impression i only focused on clothes first. I think the error is to immediately go for armour. Having a well fiting doublet, a beautiful colorful livery, is I think much better than having silly parts of steel.
This happens several times: Reenactor to me "What do I need to be a [Roman/medieval/tudor etc.] surgeon what tools do I need?" Me: "These are the books you need to read...." Reenactor: "I just need to know what tools I need" Me: "See previous answer."
Good points all round! I ended up spending a number of years bouncing back and forth between general ideas of "Wars of the Roses Medieval" without having a proper historical understanding of the period (at first), and then varying ideas of what I wanted to be (after I'd finally nailed down a more concise period)!
Excuse me but WOW again ! So, so, interesting just listening to you mention that incredible time period and your stratagy to creat a more concise impact, or impression who definately takes a lot of work / involvement with people getting together and practice, practicing. I am a retired Merchant Marine, sailor, who I would not try to get a KIT/ outfit that is brand new and buying fancy stuff right at the start would make me feel like a jerk and NOT KNOWING SHIT, to top it off for gods sake. I definately got the impression that even a layed back group would want you to know the history at the very least. So thank you very much you are amazing, and I will study your idea`s and perspectives of any project you want to emulate and the time period it might have taken place in. Kevin from sunny Mexico.
I started in a nearby market do that is a renesance period market in denmark 1533 do that period started arpund 1536. But now I do a rather large spand of period from 1350 to 1460 and that is only possible as mention in another video as a mecenary/blacksmith and my gear dont change much doing that time. As for how it is a as a reancter here in Denmark is good with lots of markets don often some clash the same time with summer having 3/4 whole week markets. Do groups are far spread and often close do with plenty open ones but often in the late period or the crusade. Sadly not many do 1300 century do we are a handfull that do focus on King Valdemars retaking of Denmark mid 1300 century. Do there is plenty of viking reancters here with many group's doing both.
I say HEMA is a good start before reenactment. In particular for armoured combat because a few modern cheats are allowed in HEMA for the sake of getting started. A good example of this is wearing long johns instead of proper chausses.
Here in Brazil the medieval (to us, 476~1453) reenact scene resumes to 2 different kinds: Viking Reenactment, which is often more close to the TV series than anything historical HMB people who reenact to go to HMB and alike events. Thoose are often more accurate, at least in the civilian clothes, and tend to be 15th century. Of course, there are some authentic groups in thoose categories. And most of them are nice people, both the more accurate and the less. I'm trying to start jousting, but I don't know of anyone in South America who does it. Will I be the only jouster in a whole continent? That would be awfull. But I'm saying this only to say thank you for your content. It's realy helping me to pursuit this objective :D
Makes a lot of sense to match historical accuracy to aspiration. What is the best way to do this though? I’ve been trying to find a group in the UK that works to a high level of authenticity for around 1470, but to be honest most group’s websites are not great and its not easy to gauge authenticity levels!
Talk to the members. Ask them outright. Talk to more than one group. If you're after high levels at 1470 try the Pastons or the Middletons. Some good friends of mine are in both. Like I said, you still need to do a lot of research to check a group's credentials.
@@ZacharyEvans thanks for the group suggestions, Ironically neither seem to have any presence online so it’s very difficult to even start a dialogue without knowing individuals already “in” - getting into reenactment seems as difficult as joining a secret society!
I’m 14 and I really want to get into medieval reenactment. (15th century) (1450-1485) But I have read you can only join at my age with an adult and I do not have a adult to go with. Is it possible to join another way? Also do the groups lend kit because I have no money?
Hi Ethan. Each group will have it's own rules, and many will lend you kit when you're starting out. If your adults don't want to re-enact you could always see if they like any of the other things that go on at re-enactments, such as photography or camping. When I was 16 my Dad came along for the free camping.
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I've been running a reenactment group now for 15years and its amazing how things grow, up here in Scotland medieval reenactment is popular around bannockburn, so 1314 and that's how we started off. Since then we now cover right through to the late 16th century, which obviously means alot of kit however it does help with getting events. With regards to authenticity we strive to get a balance which hopefully shows off a decent level but also allows room to add in a level of entertainment which the public and clients want. For combat big believer in using HEMA groups first, then reenactment combat , it looks better and is safer.We also joined a well known English group, the Beauforts, this helps when we come down south each year and finally for those at perhaps looking for a group, use Facebook pages rather than websites they are more up to date, a good one used in Scotland is Reenactment Scotland Network, shows info about most groups up here from different time periods and what events you can go see them at to get an idea of what they are all about.
Great point about facebook. As this is a hobby most groups don't have the time or money to keep an up to date website.
Interesting ! When i started my late XVth century impression i only focused on clothes first. I think the error is to immediately go for armour. Having a well fiting doublet, a beautiful colorful livery, is I think much better than having silly parts of steel.
This happens several times:
Reenactor to me "What do I need to be a [Roman/medieval/tudor etc.] surgeon what tools do I need?"
Me: "These are the books you need to read...."
Reenactor: "I just need to know what tools I need"
Me: "See previous answer."
What book might those be, if one was curious?
Good points all round!
I ended up spending a number of years bouncing back and forth between general ideas of "Wars of the Roses Medieval" without having a proper historical understanding of the period (at first), and then varying ideas of what I wanted to be (after I'd finally nailed down a more concise period)!
Excuse me but WOW again ! So, so, interesting just listening to you mention that incredible time period and your stratagy to creat a more concise impact, or impression who definately takes a lot of work / involvement with people getting together and practice, practicing. I am a retired Merchant Marine, sailor, who I would not try to get a KIT/ outfit that is brand new and buying fancy stuff right at the start would make me feel like a jerk and NOT KNOWING SHIT, to top it off for gods sake. I definately got the impression that even a layed back group would want you to know the history at the very least. So thank you very much you are amazing, and I will study your idea`s and perspectives of any project you want to emulate and the time period it might have taken place in. Kevin from sunny Mexico.
I think it's important to have good people in your life that tell you; to put the shinny thing down✌🏻😁.
I started in a nearby market do that is a renesance period market in denmark 1533 do that period started arpund 1536. But now I do a rather large spand of period from 1350 to 1460 and that is only possible as mention in another video as a mecenary/blacksmith and my gear dont change much doing that time.
As for how it is a as a reancter here in Denmark is good with lots of markets don often some clash the same time with summer having 3/4 whole week markets. Do groups are far spread and often close do with plenty open ones but often in the late period or the crusade. Sadly not many do 1300 century do we are a handfull that do focus on King Valdemars retaking of Denmark mid 1300 century.
Do there is plenty of viking reancters here with many group's doing both.
Everyone loves a good viking.
I say HEMA is a good start before reenactment. In particular for armoured combat because a few modern cheats are allowed in HEMA for the sake of getting started. A good example of this is wearing long johns instead of proper chausses.
I wish I had more time to do HEMA. I'll always recommend it.
Here in Brazil the medieval (to us, 476~1453) reenact scene resumes to 2 different kinds:
Viking Reenactment, which is often more close to the TV series than anything historical
HMB people who reenact to go to HMB and alike events. Thoose are often more accurate, at least in the civilian clothes, and tend to be 15th century.
Of course, there are some authentic groups in thoose categories. And most of them are nice people, both the more accurate and the less.
I'm trying to start jousting, but I don't know of anyone in South America who does it. Will I be the only jouster in a whole continent? That would be awfull. But I'm saying this only to say thank you for your content. It's realy helping me to pursuit this objective :D
I'm so glad its helpful. I have no idea if there are other jousters from your continent. I'll see if I can find out.
Makes a lot of sense to match historical accuracy to aspiration. What is the best way to do this though?
I’ve been trying to find a group in the UK that works to a high level of authenticity for around 1470, but to be honest most group’s websites are not great and its not easy to gauge authenticity levels!
Talk to the members. Ask them outright. Talk to more than one group. If you're after high levels at 1470 try the Pastons or the Middletons. Some good friends of mine are in both.
Like I said, you still need to do a lot of research to check a group's credentials.
@@ZacharyEvans thanks for the group suggestions, Ironically neither seem to have any presence online so it’s very difficult to even start a dialogue without knowing individuals already “in” - getting into reenactment seems as difficult as joining a secret society!
Check Facebook and Twitter. Most reenactment groups are volunteers/hobbyists and so full fledged websites aren't really on the cards.
thanks!
You're welcome.
I’m 14 and I really want to get into medieval reenactment. (15th century) (1450-1485)
But I have read you can only join at my age with an adult and I do not have a adult to go with.
Is it possible to join another way?
Also do the groups lend kit because I have no money?
Hi Ethan. Each group will have it's own rules, and many will lend you kit when you're starting out. If your adults don't want to re-enact you could always see if they like any of the other things that go on at re-enactments, such as photography or camping. When I was 16 my Dad came along for the free camping.
@@ZacharyEvans thanks 🙏🏻
Good stuff :)