When was The Vikings reenactment group founded?
The Vikings was founded in 1971 by Peter Seymour and Alan Jeffery as the Norse Film and Pageant Society. It grew out of their World War II film appreciation club called Central Focus.
Questions about The Vikings (reenactment group)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How many members does The Vikings reenactment society have?
The Vikings has over 1,500 members spread across Britain, Europe, and North America. Local groups typically range from five to fifty members depending on the region.
What historical period does The Vikings reenactment group cover?
The Vikings focuses primarily on the tenth century but stages events across the broader Viking Age period from 790 to 1066. The society portrays Saxon, Norman, Celtic, and Viking cultures, adjusting dress and equipment to suit the specific era of each event.
How long has The Vikings organised the Battle of Hastings reenactment?
The Vikings has been the primary organiser for the combat and living history portions of the Battle of Hastings reenactment since 1995.
Can children participate in The Vikings reenactment events?
Children aged sixteen and seventeen may train and take part in combat displays when accompanied by an adult. Those aged thirteen to fifteen may participate as battlefield runners or waterbearers if correctly dressed and equipped, but children under sixteen cannot take part in combat displays.
What educational programmes does The Vikings reenactment society offer?
In many UK regions, The Vikings sends trained volunteers in full period dress into primary schools to deliver sessions tied to the Key Stage Two Invaders and Settlers curriculum topic. The society also publishes a teacher's resource book for KS2 and can loan period clothing and equipment to schools.