Founded in 2024 as an ‘umbrella’ association for a number of long established living history groups - the ‘Bloody Red Tabs’, the ‘Dukes at War’, the ‘Sheffield Polar Bears’, ‘Padre’s Hour’, and the ‘Railway Operating Group (R.E.). Whilst all of the LHGs retain their individuality, they come together to form a collective capable of putting on huge, immersive displays as well as more intimate recreations of the past.
Focused on ‘the Butcher Bears’, we portray infantry impressions as well as staff, engineering, medical, and chaplain personnel of the men of the 49th (West Riding) Infantry Division between 1943-1945. We attend events large and small, including a number of the premier public events every season, as well as immersive private training events.
Although all three groups formed in Yorkshire, we have members from all over the country - from the Scottish Borders to Essex via Cumbria, Northumberland, Co. Durham, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Anglesey, South Wales, and Oxfordshire - so don’t focus too much on where you are, as most groups and associations tend to come together at events rather than live round the corner from you!
We are always keen to hear from potential new members, especially males aged 18-45. Drop us a message via email or Messenger as you prefer to find out more.
Focused on ‘the Butcher Bears’, we portray infantry impressions as well as staff, engineering, medical, and chaplain personnel of the men of the 49th (West Riding) Infantry Division between 1943-1945. We attend events large and small, including a number of the premier public events every season, as well as immersive private training events.
Although all three groups formed in Yorkshire, we have members from all over the country - from the Scottish Borders to Essex via Cumbria, Northumberland, Co. Durham, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Anglesey, South Wales, and Oxfordshire - so don’t focus too much on where you are, as most groups and associations tend to come together at events rather than live round the corner from you!
We are always keen to hear from potential new members, especially males aged 18-45. Drop us a message via email or Messenger as you prefer to find out more.
About the Group
- Location
- England, Scotland, and Wales
- Founded
- 2024
- Group Size
- Large
Joining Info
- Minimum Age
- 18+
- Membership
- No subscription required
- Kit / Impression
- Provided
- Training
- Offered for beginners
- Meets
- At public events or private training
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