Medieval Bell Tent

The roots of this humble tent are somewhat lost in time. Although similar structures can be found pitched with Saxon getelds in early illustrations. Certainly a precursor of the later pavilion, in use throughout the middle ages, modern versions are still popular today. Currently available in two sizes.

Now available with split poles, for ease of transport.

Small Bell Tent........12' diameter x 8' tall........£510.00

Medium Bell Tent.....14' diameter by 8' tall......£845.00

Saxon Geteld

Another early Northern European shelter thought to have been in use from the ninth to the fourteenth century, the designs for the tentworks version of this shelter have been influenced by contemporary illustrations such as the Eadwine and Utrect Psalters. Having a light frame makes this structure easy to transport. The absence of guy ropes and an opening side makes this a versatile tent, a good option for traders at shows and festivals.

Full Saxon Geteld Diagrams

Geteld: 9' wide, 15' long and 8' to the ridge pole........£900.00
Saxon Geteld

Medieval Crows Foot Pavilion

The archetypal tent of the European middle ages in use from the eleventh century onwards. This version is based on a fifteenth century original that is on show in the Historical Museum of Basel, Switzerland. The crows foot name refers to the roping method featured in many historic illustrations of this structure. This tent is packed with authentic details from hand forged tenterhooks down to the seams that are constructed in the manner of its era.

Pavilion: 12' diameter, 14' central pole and 7' wall height.......£1535.00

Double Belled Wedge Tent

Versions of this tent have been used throughout the middle ages up until the modern times. The featured version of this structure has detailing that dates to the Napoleonic era, like the Saxon Geteld it features an opening sidewall, making for a versatile piece of camping equipment.

Wedge Tent: 10' wide, 20' long 8' 6" tall.......£930.00

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