The Sealed Knot is a Registered
Education Charity that aims to re-create typical events,
including battles, of the English Civil Wars which took place
over 350 years ago. Formed in 1968 by the late Brigadier Peter
Young, DSO, MC, FSA, today it has a membership of over 4000
and is the largest military re-enactment society in Europe.
The Society was granted its own coat of arms by the College of
Heralds in 1983.
Its membership is drawn from all walks
of life and every part of the UK from the far North of
Scotland to the tip of Cornwall. Most summer weekends will
find the society in action whether at a major muster or
regimental display at a country house or castle.
Where
does the name "The Sealed Knot" come from? The Sealed Knot
was the name given to a secret Royalist organisation which in
the 1650's worked towards the restoration of the monarchy,
with little success. It took its name from the chain of the
Order of the Garter which links sealed knots of Tudor
roses.
However, the present Sealed Knot is far from
being a secret society, and comprises both Roundheads and
Cavaliers. It is run on the lines of two 17th century armies -
Royalist and Parliamentarian - and members are organised into
regiments, largely on a geographical basis.
Recruits
are always welcome to our regiment, most of whom are located
in the South of England.
To take part in a Regimental or Sealed
Knot event, you must be a member of the Sealed
Knot.
Children under 16 years can march (and
drum or fife) to the battles with the Regiment, but are not
allowed onto the battlefield. They are able to watch the
battle from the designated Safe Area with an adult. A Corps of
Apprentices provides training and active participation for the
12-15 year olds at musters, and often they too take part in
pre-battle cameos.
Any partner (male or female) of an
active member of the Regiment who does not wish to participate
in the battles, is welcome to be an "Adherent" and enjoy the
camping and social events.
Membership
Rates
Membership (UK pounds)
Sealed Knot
Regimental
Total
Family
45
6
51
Individual
28
6
34
Minors
22.5
6
28.5
Friends
15
6
21
Children and full time students are considered
part of the Family membership.
