English Pubs, the Real Thing

Cheers, last post we saw how Disney and Hollywood see the traditional public house. Here are a few shots of real English Pubs. Athmosphere has to be earned not imagined-the oldest of these pubs was founded in the 1300's.

Pubs, Disney-Hollywood Style

The Disney-Hollywood version of a UK pub or public house. Sparkling looking, new paint, and your drink is served in a plastic cup.

Weapons of War 13th Century Style

A selection of common weapons of the well armed knight of the 13th century. From left ot right we have a quiver of crossbow bolts, a dagger, long sword, quiver of longbow arrows, handaxe, warhammer and a small shield called a buckler.

The Lord of the Manor will See you Now

The Lord of the Manor, "Sir Richard," stands ready to handle the problems of the people of his fief. His rich clothing is far finer than those of the common serfs of his lands.

This is the costume I wore for the Renaissance night the 7th grade students held at school in the Spring.