The Barony of Politarchopolis

The medieval Society for Creative Anachronism in Canberra, Australia.

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Welcome to our Barony!

the polit heraldry - a white rampant griffin in a red laurel circlet

The Barony of Politarchopolis is a community group in Canberra and the surrounding region devoted to learning medieval skills and enjoying medieval pastimes. We don’t just read about history, we live it!

Fighting, feasting, costuming, crafting, music, dance… if it was done in pre-17th century Europe, we know someone interested in recreating it.

And not just in the ACT! We’re part of a global organisation called the Society for Creative Anachronism (the SCA), and we’re one of over 40 local groups in the Australia/New Zealand chapter: the Kingdom of Lochac.

Want to get involved?

New people are always welcome at our Regular Meetings, so feel free to come along any time and meet some of our members. You can also check out our Upcoming Events to see if we have any costumed events coming up.

To keep in touch with us about ongoing activities, consider joining our Baronial Mailing List, the Kingdom event announcements Mailing List, or Facebook Group. If you want to learn more about us first, you can check out our Facebook Page, explore this website, or contact our Hospitaller (Recruitment Officer) at hospitaller@politarchopolis.lochac.sca.org.

Ready to Join?

You’ve been to a class, workshop, training, or perhaps one of our fantastic events and now you’re ready to join the society. It’s not only more economical but you also won’t have to sign all those extra forms every time you show up!

Make your way to the Lochac website for membership registry and follow the instructions for a new member. If you’re an existing member you can update your membership here too. If you are keen to join in with some of the activities at the hall, check out our page on What does it cost?

Regular Activities

There is always something happening here in Polit. Pick a tile below to learn more about what we do and how to come get involved.

Greenhorn’s Hangouts

Are you a young adult in Politarchopolis? Come hang out with us! The Greenhorns Hangouts are a regular gathering for under-35s in our Barony to...

Arts and Sciences

In the SCA, we group all non-combat skills and knowledge under the very broad heading of 'Arts & Sciences' (commonly referred to as A&S). Example...

Armoured Combat

Also called 'heavy fighting', this is exactly what comes to mind when you think of a medieval knight. Our combatants wear a mixture of chain-mail,...

Renaissance Fencing

Would you like to learn how to dance around your opponent like Zorro or Inigo Montoya!? Our 'Rapier' experts wield sword, dagger, cane, and buckler...