Thorhild Skarthisdottir - School Visits and Thorhild's Stitchery

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Thorhild is an experienced re-enactor and school visitor, who offers a variety of services and resources for the educational sector and fellow re-enactors. She makes a variety of clothing and accessories not only for Dark Age but also for the Victorian period. She also provides costumes for teachers and pupils to wear during school visits.

Through her extensive experience in re-enacting the Viking period, Thorhild is able to provide in-depth knowledge and expertise, backed by a network of contacts who are able to supply artefacts to museum standard. She has a good knowledge of Victorian costume due to her experience working in theatres and theatrical costumiers, but also re-enacts the late Victorian era herself, especially the Boer War Period. (1899-1902)

With a background combining theatre production and nine years in primary education, Thorhild is able to provide an unforgettable visit which will inspire children to investigate their history further, and which provides a unique opportunity to bring history to life. Click School Visits for details.

School visits can be arranged for locations within East Anglia and the Greater London area, or for other areas on request.

In addition to school visits, Thorhild manufactures clothing and accessories for the re-enactment community, using fabrics and materials that pass stringent authenticity standards. Wherever possible she uses patterns and decorative styles close to original sources. Click Stitchery for details.

As a member of The Vikings, Thorhild has participated in events for English Heritage, The National Trust, and the Royal Armouries. On her own she has given talks for hobby clubs and provided historical education days for Essex County Council. The Vikings have also worked extensively for television and film productions including the BBC, Channel 4, Discovery Channel and independent producers.