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.
13. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Portsmouth resident Martin Newman, 57, has been attending reenactment society events for 11 years. Picture: Mike South 2016. [email protected] Photo: -
14. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Portsmouth resident Martin Newman, 57, has been attending reenactment society events for 11 years. Photo: -
15. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Members of the The Queen's (Royal West Surrey) Regiment Re-enactment Society, who are due to stage an event at Fort Nelson in February. Pictures courtesy of Fort Nelson. Photo: -
16. Historical reenactment Fort Nelson
Members of the The Queen's (Royal West Surrey) Regiment Re-enactment Society, who are due to stage an event at Fort Nelson in February. Pictures courtesy of Fort Nelson. Photo: -