Originally formed in 1970, the Medieval Combat Society is one of the oldest Tournament groups appearing in the country today.The object of the Society is to entertain the public and generate an interest in our history. We recreate a 14th Century Tournament complete with all it's pomp, pageantry and Knights testing each others skill in the art of combat.
Clad in armour weighing up to 84lb (38kg) - in hand made chain mail of over 20,000 steel rings - cheered on by their loyal supporters - the Knights do battle using authentic steel weapons. Listen to the awesome crash as they meet head on, cheer as sword rings against sword, applaud as sparks fly and feel sympathy as the loser drops to the ground like a felled tree.
The fighting looks dangerous and it certainly can be, which is why each Knight must undergo many months of training before being allowed to take part in a Tournament. None of the fights are staged and each combatant must rely upon their own skills and training to survive the contests - bringing you one of the most exciting shows in the country.
If you would like to know more about joining the society or require further details and bookings availability, please contact :-
Gary Doughty 01905 641443
7a Jacomb Road, Lower Broadheath,WORCESTER WR2 6QW
Please mention egham.co.uk if get in contact with the Combat Society
