Highland River Melees and Investiture
(2009-06-05 - 2009-06-07 - Site opens at 5 PM & Closes at 1 PM)
Highland Foorde
In the year 1278, Llewelyn ap Grufudd (Llewelyn the Last) pays homage to King Edward I. He is finally allowed to marry Elinor, daughter of Simon de Montfort. King Edward claims northern Ce¬redigion and begins building a string of strong castles at Aberystwyth, Flint, Rhuddlan, and Builth to enforce his presence in Wales. Bit by bit Edward and his officials gradually extend English control within Wales. In so doing, they alienate leaders disposed to be their allies. In 1282 Llywelyn’s brother Dafydd has had enough, and launches an attack on Hawarden Castle. Dafydd’s upris¬ing spreads quickly, and Llewelyn gives it his support—perhaps spurred by the death of Elinor in giving birth to a daughter, Gwenllian. King Edward makes a show of offering concessions, but the arrogance of the terms make it impossible for the Welsh leaders to accept. It is now June 6th and a contingent of King Edward’s men are attempting to cross the Menai Straits . . . which side will you fight on? Prepare yourselves for a day of exiting melee fighting, arts and sciences, and bardic fun. Website: http://highland-foorde.atlantia.sca.org/hrmelees.php
Martial Activities: Melees, melees, and more melees for all you heavy and rapier fighters out there including combat archery. The event will also include target archery and thrown weapons.
Arts & Sciences Activities: There will be A&S challenges and displays on a Welsh theme as will as an open display. Stay tuned to the Merry Rose for details.
Cost:
| Adult, Member: | $ 10.00 Day Trip | ||
| Adult, Member: | $ 8.00 Feast | ||
| Adult, Member: | $ 0.00 Camping | ||
| Adult, Non-Member: | $ 13.00 Day Trip | ||
| Adult, Non-Member: | $ 8.00 Feast | ||
| Adult, Non-Member: | $ 0.00 Camping | ||
| Youth (5-17): | $ 4.00 Day Trip | ||
| Youth (5-17): | $ 4.00 Feast | ||
| Youth (5-17): | $ 0.00 Camping | ||
| Child (0-4): | $ 0.00 Day Trip | ||
| Child (0-4): | $ 0.00 Camping | ||
| Child (0-4) Non-Member: | $ 0.00 Camping | ||
Make Checks Payable To: SCA, Inc., Barony of Highland Foorde
Cost Notes: Please note the site fee includes lunch which will once again feature the famous Highland Foorde sausage! Camping is available and is free.
Site: Hager House, 110 Key Street, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740.
Site Restrictions: No pets and no alcohol allowed.
Feast: Feast will be prepared for 120 gentles by Master Chirhart Blackstar. A menu will be published in advance of the event. Preregister early!!
Merchanting: If you would like to merchant at the event please contact the Event Steward by email. Space will be limited. Other Information: There will be many other fun activities throughout the day including the Inaugural Highland Dash Foot Races, a Hire-a-bard service, and much much more!!!
Event Steward: Lord Morgant Capellanus (David Austin), 5155 Shookstown RD, Frederick, MD 21702. Phone: (301) 524-1666. E-mail: grandaustino@gmail.com
Reservations: Lady Margaret Sayher (Gail Glatfelter), 5829 Adamstown Road, Adamstown, MD 21710. Phone: (301) 874-3311. E-mail: ladysayher@gmail.com
From the South: Take I 81N to Maryland Exit 2 (Route 11). Veer right at the top of the exit, and follow Virginia Avenue (Route 11) to the circle onto Highland Way (end of park). Follow to Hager House Museum on the RIGHT.