The Armoury
Derek Cole
Armourer

Armourer

The Armoury
Established in 1974 and finally retiring in November 2025, 'The Armoury' offered a wide range of reproduction armour from Roman to Napoleonic periods for re-enactment displays or educational purposes. Using traditional hand-made methods and creating wherever possible, authenticity in all aspects of manufacture and finish.
Steel armour for re-enactment is made to protect the wearer from skirmishes. All armour is made specifically for the client ensuring a good fit, and including any special finishes or embellishments. Armour made for display also fits the client's needs, whether the armour is to be handled, worn or just for decoration.
Previous clients include the English Civil War Society, Sealed Knot, Educational Resource services, Colleges, Museum displays, Living History groups, pubs and restaurants, private individuals both in the UK as well as international contacts, especially in America, including the Plimoth Plantation in Boston and the English Civil War Society of America.