This weekend was my first ever time in Scotland! I was kindly invited by organisers Madeleine Thomson and Rose Jones to the first ever URG led event in the country.
Friday we arrived early and spent the day looking at spectacular armour, weapons and exhibits in the Kelvingrove Museum.
Saturday was a day of teaching: I was honoured to be among Jo York, Sue Kirk, Melissa Hainsworth, Diana Mathess, Alyson Duffy, Kerry Tamplin and Victoria Clow who all ran a large range of amazing workshops to an enthusiastic attendance of fencers from local clubs.
I was initially asked to teach Sword and Buckler but ended up teaching Rapier and companion weapons as well due to fellow instructor Emilia Skirmuntt being unable to attend.
It was a great day followed by a fun night point in the city. I took a moment to interview Rose and Madeleine so look forward to a podcast soon.
Sunday was competition day with rated sabre and longsword tournaments, followed by a mixed weapon tournament where weapons are chosen by picking a random tarot card – hence the event name.
A highly enjoyable weekend, run by passionate fencers in a gorgeous city. I highly recommend attending if you get the chance.
By the Sword 