We are a medieval and renaissance re-creation club, interested in the good parts of pre-1600 history (i.e. we’re leaving out the bigotry, sexism, racism and intolerance, not to mention the terrible medical care!).
We hold regular events where we dress like medieval or renaissance people, feast, dance, sing and participate in tournaments. Between events, most of us practice various arts & crafts, and pursue specialised areas of interest such as weaving, dancing, fencing, armouring, sewing, heraldry, shoe-making, book-binding, calligraphy, illumination, music, brewing & cooking. There are few historic crafts that one of us would not have touched on at some time.
New members are always welcome, whether you want to become heavily involved, or just have a go once or twice a year.
This website is mainly about the Auckland branch. We have a sister group covering Hamilton/Waikato (Canton of Cluain) and a group in Whangārei (known as The Hamlet of Hareby). There are also SCA groups elsewhere in New Zealand, and around the world.
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Upcoming Events
- Ildhafn Baronial InvestitureOur barony invites you to gather in celebration for a Baronial Investiture, honoured by the presence of Their Majesties Konungr Þorvaldr and Dróttning Amabilia. Come share in the moment, the magic, and the merriment! Enjoy a full weekend of activities, including a range of A&S classes for all interests and skill levels, and cap the day …
- St Sebastians Camp 2026St Sebastians is a fun, family friendly, medieval camping event featuring archery games and competitions. It will be held at Braythwayte Manor on the northern shores of Lake Rotorua from 4pm on Friday 6th March to Sunday 8th 2026. There will be music, singing, feasting, competitions, armed combat, lots of games, classes covering various medieval crafts, pageantry …
- Tournament of RosesThe Canton of Cluain invite you to join us for a display of martial prowess and pageantry as we open our monthly tournaments of 2026 with a Tournament of Roses Site opens at 9am, Armoured Combat starting at 10:30. A pot luck lunch followed by a Rapier Tournament Date: Saturday the 14th FebruaryTime: 9am – …