Costumed Interpretation & Historical Demonstrations by
Ian Pycroft of Black Knight Historical.

 

 

Knight Templar, [as May 2006, Castle Acre Priory]

A warrior-monk from the Crusades

 

14th century Archer [as August 2007 at Framlingham castle]

Hundred Years war period.

 

15th century Archer [as October 2006, Hertford town council]

Wars of the Roses archer.

 

15th century KnightSir John Paston [as August 2006 at Framlingham castle]

Arms & Armour, civilian fashion, silverware, lifestyle, courtesy.

 

Medieval Merchant, - Robert Toppes [as seen at Dragon Hall, Norwich]

Aspects of trade in the 15th century, life style.

 

Franciscan or Dominican friar, Benedictine monk, Cistercian monk, Cluniac monk, Augustinian canon

The medieval holy orders explained & presented.

 

Medieval Cook,

Equipment, foodstuffs, recipes, preparation, techniques.

 

 

Herald

A full heraldry demonstration; the art & science of heraldry & it's fascinating and colourful history.

 

Painter

Walls, masonry, corbels, roof bosses, etc. period pigments, tools etc.

 

All with an amazing collection of replica artifacts for hands-on study for all ages. Fascinating facts, humorous stories, gory tales, funny out-takes, interactive games and quiz.

 

Entertaining presentations given in costume to a wide variety of groups including schools, museums, visitors to heritage sites, historical societies, scouts, W. I., and any other groups who might enjoy the company of the Black Knight!

 

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