Next time you’re in a big green field or perhaps a forest, don’t be surprised if you bump into a Victorian rifleman or an Anglo-Saxon warrior.For according to re-enactment societies, an increasing number of history-lovers from this area are joining up. And new members are being taught ancient skills and taken to foreign battlefields.
1. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Regia Anglorum reenactment society during their first event at Fort Nelson in July 2019. Credit: Jenn Peters | Other 3rd Party Photo: -
2. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Portsmouth resident Martin Newman, 57, has been attending reenactment society events for 11 years. | Other 3rd Party Photo: -
3. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Regia Anglorum reenactment society during their first event at Fort Nelson in July 2019. Credit: Jenn Peters | Other 3rd Party Photo: -
4. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Portsmouth resident Martin Newman, 57, has been attending reenactment society events for 11 years. | Other 3rd Party Photo: -