The Medieval Combat Society
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Joining
the MCS New members may also wish to look at the fight safety rules
Who Can Join?The MCS welcomes all to join and become medieval reenactors. Members come from all walks of life and have a variety of roles, from Knights and Squires to Lords and Ladies of the court, monks and wenches. It is all about having fun, safely for all the family and you choose how often you want to attend. When Are Events?Events mainly occur throughout the summer at weekends (see the events list), with training days during the winter months. Members and the society also often attend various multi group events throughout the year. Where Are Events?Members come from all over England, with the greater number of events in the south and Central England. Generally we perform as far north as Nottingham, as far west as Wales, and as far south and East as the coast. We have occasionally ventured further including trips abroad, if unsure contact us as we can try to put you in touch with closer groups. |
What Kit is needed?Just turn up, normally kit can be borrowed, join in, and over time acquire your kit with the help of members. Many events are camping weekends so if staying for the whole show some simple camping equipment such as a tent (caravan?), sleeping bag, cooking gear and wet weather gear may be required. Generally do NOT buy anything until you have spoken to a few members first. Men wear hose (trousers), shirt, hat and shoes. Women wear a kirtle (similar to a cotton nightie) and an over dress, head wear such as wimple, hairnet and shoes. For combat a helm and gauntlets are a must, a padded jack is very useful, then a sword. If in any doubt then please do ask.
There is a Forum and newsletters are sent by email or post to members to hear about shows and events, or contact us and we can update you on what we are doing. Data held on members is used only for the running of the society, to get in touch, and for emergency purposes. A contact list is distributed amongst members who opt in.
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How Much Does It cost?Membership fees are set at the AGM, but are currently around £15 for adult members and £20 for families. For insurance purposes to take part in events, participants must be fully paid up members. Individual members must be at lease 18 years of age or be a member with their parent or guardian. Is It Safe?The MCS have a very good safety record for Medieval Renactments and enforce a strict no helm or gauntlets, no fight rule. The combat looks dangerous, but squires spend a great deal of time training in full contact non choreographed combat before reaching knighthood.
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I do not want to fight, can I still join?Yes, there are many roles within the Medieval Combat Society from King and Queen to Page and 'Water Wench'. The society has archers, dancers, Medieval Musicians, Ladies in Waiting, priests and monks, Noblemen and Ladies of the Court, Herald, Squires, Medieval Cooks. If you have an idea for a medieval role you can probably play it, anyone fancy being a Jester?. There are also other opportunities such as photographers, video recording, or people who just want to watch and take part in Medieval Banquets and visit historical places. Can I become a knight?New members start off as squires and are trained to be have a good attack and defence in full contact combat. When a squire is ready and selected by the knights of the society, he or she goes through an initiation ceremony before obtaining their right to wear their heraldry. What Combat System do you Use?Knights fight using a system that has been developed over a large number of years that is above all safe, highly enjoyable, yet still entertaining for the public to watch. The fight style has been termed FAST - Fast Accurate Safe Technique. Many of the members also take part in Full Contact Tournaments which use the same fight style.
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No, you can attend as many or as few events as you wish.
There are no licenses, but members should only be carrying or using weapons for the purposes of reenactment.
Any More Questions?Please do get in touch and we will be more than happy to answer any queries you have. For more details ask on the forum or contact grahamfield@gmail.com or call 07785 352 706
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