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.
A&S Workshop
November 1st | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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
Important: Ben Dunfirth Practice Temporarily Merges with Rising Waters
As the days grow shorter and the nights grow colder, Ben Dunfirth's time at the Royal Botanical Gardens is ending as we transition into the new season. While we work to procure a new practice space for the remainder of the Fall and Winter, Ben Dunfirth will be temporarily merging our fight practice with Rising Waters. Ben Dunfirth Practice will take place on Wednesdays at: [...]
Holiday Closure: No Ben Dunfirth Practice on September 1st
Due to the Labour Day holiday, there will be no Ben Dunfirth meeting or fight practice today (Monday, September 1st). We hope you enjoy your holiday and look forward to seeing you next week! We will return to practice next week, September 8th at our outdoor location: Royal Botanical Gardens, 85 Oak Knoll Dr.Teaching Gardens, 85 Oak Knoll Dr, Hamilton, ON L8S 4C2 Please see [...]
Baronial Newsletter | The Clarion – Summer 2025
The Clarion - Summer 2025 Newsletter (PDF) From The Chronicler Hello again! It has been a busy start to the summer for Ben Dunfirth as we ran both a Crown Tournament (headed by Their Graces Marioun and Evander) and the 40th(!) installment of Murder Melee under the event stewardship of the Honourable Hespeler and Noble Fischer. Beyond these events, members of the kingdom have [...]
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!
