National Association of Re-enactment Societies

National Association of Re-enactment Societies

The National Association of Re-enactment Societies (NAReS) was formed in 1991 and is a UK organisation that brings together UK historical re-enactment groups.

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Objectives

Its aim is to take the lead in safety standards and professionalism within historical re-enactment.

Activities

It acts as a liaison and negotiating body between UK government, other legislative bodies and the police. Guidance on a wide range of topics (e.g. Health & Safety, Firearms) is issued and conferences and training events are held for re-enactment societies throughout the United Kingdom.

Member Groups

  • Regia Anglorum
  • The Vikings
  • Harlech Medieval Society
  • Medieval Siege Society
  • Early Medieval Alliance
  • Red Wyvern
  • 17th Century Life and Times
  • The Sealed Knot
  • The Lancashire Militia
  • 1781 Jersey Militia
  • New France and Old England
  • Napoleonic Association
  • Historic Maritime Society
  • 13th Alabama Historical Society
  • American Civil War Society
  • Southern Skirmish Association
  • Culpepper Western Charity Show Team (email only)
  • Northern Rough Riders
  • Trailblazers
  • Wyoming Wild Bunch
  • Pershing's Doughboys
  • Guards (2nd) Rifle Division
  • World War 2 Living History Association
  • Chatham Home Guard
  • 43rd Reconnaissance Regiment
  • East Yorkshire Regiment Living History Group
  • Rolling Thunder

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