Why Join

Let’s ask a few of our current members:

Why did we join and stay in the SK?

“I thought it would be fun - and it is!"

"My friends brought me along, and I loved it so much I have stayed ever since"

"I had seen SK events when I was small and as soon as I was of age, I approached the recruiting stand and gave over my details"

"I have made lots of good friends"

"The fighting is amazing, what camaraderie, what an adrenalin rush"

"The banquets are superb, great period food and gorgeous costumes"

"The social side keeps me coming back"

"The hair stands up on your neck when you re-enact in front of a crowd, especially on an actual battle site"

"When you think that people gave their lives for the colours we carry it does make you want to get the re-enactment right, in order to honour their memory"

"This is one of the few family activities that everyone can contribute to"

"Being part of a performance"

"Watching others get interested in this period of history”

"I didn’t realise just how beautiful our countries are until I travelled around them"

"I’ve always enjoyed the outdoor life"

"It's like having lots of weekend break holidays throughout the year"

"Great escapism"

"The drums, the colours, the smells, the sounds!"