National Association of Re-enactment Societies

Your Representative body for re-enactment.

Communicating with display promoters and organisers, national and international governments.

Since its formation, NAReS has been officially recognised as representative of re-enactment by government departments and bodies, the police (including The National Police Chiefs Council), and the armed services.

Your society's membership shows involvement, commitment and a willingness to comply with recognised standards.

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Code of Practice

Safe, realistic and authentic.

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Of interests of all periods of history.

Portfolios and Working Groups

To lead information and change.

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Membership

NARES offers 3 types of Membership.

Associate MembersFor small groups from 2 people

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Business MembersBusinesses or commercial organisations that employ re-enactors

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Full MembersFor groups in excess of 10 people

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Latest News

New Rules for Shotgun and Firearms Licensing

8 December 2020News

The rules for renewing or applying for a shotgun or firearms licence have been changed. Please see our summary (to view summary please open the post at the heading) here ...

Corona Virus (COVID-19)

15 March 2020News

Please go to https://www.gov.uk/corona for the latest advice and adhere to that advice”. Plus Local Authorities: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-organised-events-guidance-for-local-authorities/coronavirus-covid-19-organised-events-guidance-for-local-authorities. Note re-enactments mentioned in phase 3 for any further information please contact us via the contact page. (please open the news post by clicking on the heading to access the links) ...