When was Regia Anglorum founded and by whom?
Regia Anglorum was founded in the year 1986. A group of former members from The Norse Film and Pageant Society gathered to create this new organization.
Questions about Regia Anglorum
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Where is the Wychurst settlement located and what does it contain?
The Wychurst settlement sits near the Wildwood Discovery Park close to Canterbury. It features a flooded ring ditch, 220 metres of palisade, and a Longhall measuring 60 feet by 30 feet by 30 feet.
What ships make up the Regia Anglorum fleet and where do they sail?
Seven wooden vessels form the society's fleet including hulls that measure 47 feet by 9 feet and others that are 20 feet long. Members sail these ships at events and appear in films like Game of Thrones and Vikings on inland waters or coastal seas.
Which television programmes have featured Regia Anglorum members as extras since 1986?
Hundreds of separate works have featured Regia Anglorum members as extras including National Geographic series about the Staffordshire Hoard and Michael Wood's Beowulf project. Six appearances occurred on Time Team alone while Blue Peter hosted them four times for children's programming.
How does Regia Anglorum support school education across the United Kingdom?
A National Training Scheme ensures authenticity and safety during all reenactment events while teams provide services primarily within Primary context under Key Stage 2. The Invaders theme helps young learners understand historical periods and some programs expand on the Battle of Hastings theme for Key Stage 3 students.