Press Release Summary = English Heritage recently announced that The Vikings have successfully tendered for the re-enactment contract of 2006 - the major recreation of the Battle of Hastings to be performed at Battle Abbey, Sussex on 14-15th October.
Press Release Body = The Vikings will co-ordinate all aspects of the battle, ensuring that participants achieve high standards of authenticity and safety, and working with Alan Larsen, English Heritage cavalry co-ordinator, to mount up to 100 riders who will represent the elite Norman knights of William the Conqueror's army. Crafts and weaponry of the period will also be displayed in the Saxon and Norman encampments.
"It is our intention to make this the premier re-enactment event of the year in the whole of Europe, if not the world," says Viking Chieftain Tony Sayer, "We welcome anyone who wishes to participate, and who can achieve the required standards of safety and authenticity, to join us on Senlac Hill this October. Initial registration already suggests that over 2000 re-enactors may attend, with visitors expected from many countries, including the U.S., Australia and Russia".
Further information on this event is to be found at http://hastings.vikingsonline.org.uk/
About The Vikings: The Vikings is the UK's oldest and largest Dark Age re-enactment society, now with affiliated groups in both Europe and North America and members spread all over the globe. The Society specialises in the recreation of the life and times of tenth century Europe but maintains the capability to represent any period between the 7-11th centuries, if required. In addition to battle re-enactments and fully manned living history displays, the Society maintains a team of CRB-registered experts available for school visits and educational displays. Costumed personnel are available for film and television work.
Further information on the Society, including details on membership or on booking members for any of the activities described above can be found at www.vikingsonline.org.uk. The Vikings are a registered educational charity, no. 1062495
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