Norwich and Norfolk Medieval Association

Welcome to the Norwich and Norfolk Medieval Association.

It is the 14th Century and Edward III is King of England leading his army on a campaign across France with his 16 year old son, the Black Prince of Wales.

With a force of over 10,000 archers, foot soldiers and knights, the King is out to reclaim the lands of Normandy and other areas lost to Phillip II of France almost 100 years previously.

Somewhere in the midst of this new and formidable fighting force is a small band of people recruited from the wealthy city of Norwich, and its out laying areas. Soldiers, tradesmen and their associated families march to war. Some in loyalty to the monarchy, others seeking their fortune.

Who we are

Based in Norwich with members throughout East Anglia, our group aims to portray a military encampment of the period of the Reign of King Edward III (1312-1377AD). We are re-enactors from all walks of life with a passion for recreating the lives of people in the 14th Century. A family orientated group, we have members ranging in ages from a year old up to 70 composed of teachers, tradesmen, students, nurses, housewives and professional Living Historians.

Group History

The Norwich & Norfolk Mediaeval Association (NANMA) was founded in 1975 by a number of individuals who were interested in various aspects of fourteenth century English history and who wanted to enjoy it by doing more than simply reading about it. The Association started out by practising unrehearsed foot combat, the first taking place on Mousehold Heath.

They had to provide themselves with costume, accessories, weapons and armour and were able to present unrehearsed combat displays between 2 or more knights to the public, watched over by the ladies sitting in a tented gallery.

What can we do for you?

We are able to provide a number of exciting and educational displays, from a full 14th century military encampment with archery displays, fighting knights in armour to individual characters and trade skills.

Though most of our current work is done as a living history display, we are also able to provide characters and items for educational talks and film / TV work.

Where to find us

Club meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of the month. The venue is:

Notre Dame Prep School,

147 Derham Road

Norwich

NR2 3TA

If you wish to attend and see what we get up to, please use the "contact us" link on the left hand side of the page.

You could also come and see us at any of our events, again use the "Events" link on the left hand side.

How to join us

If you are interested in portraying someone of the 14th Century, then please use the contact form on this website, or come and speak to us at an event. All we ask is you have a willingness to learn and an enthusiasm for history.

We do not require any special skills, but if you have any such as woodcarving, calligraphy or any other period skill, then we would welcome the opportunity to incorporate it into our displays.

Your involvement in the activities we provide are only limited by your enthusiasm. We accept anyone of any age, though we do ask if you are under 18, then your parents or guardian would have to accompany you on events.