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The Barony of
Ben Dunfirth

THE BARONY OF
BEN DUNFIRTH

Who We Are

The Barony of Ben Dunfirth is the branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) serving the Hamilton, Brantford, and Burlington area of Ontario, Canada in the Kingdom of Ealdormere.

The SCA is an inclusive community pursuing research and re-creation of pre-seventeenth century skills, arts, combat and culture. The lives of participants are enriched as we gain knowledge of history through activities, demonstrations, and events.

We welcome all people interested in historical re-enactment, trying new crafts and activities, learning about the past, or becoming involved in a family-friendly hobby that has something to offer for all ages.

Upcoming Local Events

For all Baronial and Kingdom events, please visit the EVENT CALENDAR page.

An illuminated black and golden scroll decorated with filigree, a sword, and a boar

An informal workshop that will focus on the art of calligraphy and illumination. Other A&S activities are welcome! Click here for more information.

Colourful wool threads on wooden spoons

A workshop for anyone to join, get assistance, or socialize and work on their Arts & Science projects together. All are welcome to attend.

Ben Dunfirth News

We have moved to our outdoor practice location!

27 May 2024|Baronial Meeting, Fight Practice|

The Barony of Ben Dunfirth’s weekly meeting & practice has now moved to our outdoor summer location: The Hamilton Aviary(Also called Friends of The Aviary)85 Oak Knoll Dr, Hamilton, ON L8S 4C2 Weather permitting, we will be hosting our weekly meetings at The Aviary for the duration of summer. Please keep an eye out on Facebook, Discord, or this website for any cancellations due to [...]

Baronial Lawspeaker Election Strawpoll

22 April 2024|Ealdormere, Kingdom News|

What is The Lawspeaker? The Lawspeaker is a unique position to our Kingdom, and is not beholden to the Crown, but the people. They act as a facilitator to help resolve conflicts and concerns outside of officer-oriented roles. The Lawspeaker also organizes the Kingdom Moot, to be held each reign, where members of the Kingdom can stand and speak their minds on any [...]

Holiday Closure: No Meeting or Fight Practice on April 1st

26 March 2024|Baronial Meeting, Fight Practice, Holiday|

There will be no meeting or fight practice on Monday, April 1st, 2024 due to the Easter Monday holiday. We will return to practice on April 8th at our usual indoor location: Hamilton District Christian High 92 Glancaster Rd, Hamilton, ON L9G 3K9, Canada In service, —Fischer of Ben Dunfirth

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      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth is an LGBTQIA2S+ safe space

      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth and The Kingdom of Ealdormere is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces and celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, non-binary, two-spirit, and all other gender and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA2S+) individuals.

      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth’s populace has many active members who identify as LGBTQIA2S+, including most our current officers! We are a safe space that does not tolerate hate or discrimination of any kind.

      We’re extremely proud to fly our very own baronial pride flag!

      Progress pride flag
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