Hailing from the north of England as I do, I’m somewhat empathic when it comes to the working class person, being one myself. Therefore I was interested to learn about the new game that has been created by Leeds Steampunk Market organisers. Continue reading “Coffee Jousting”
While at Leeds Steampunk Weekend I partook in the Bartitsu demonstration. I’m a lover, not a fighter, but I found this a very easy and enjoyable experience. Bartitsu is described as Victorian Gentleman’s Cane Fighting. It’s an actual style of … Continue reading Bartitsu demonstration at Leeds Steampunk Weekend [VIDEO]
I visited the Leeds Christmas Steampunk Market on the 7th December. It was located in the Thackray Medical Museum. A much more interesting place than the location it was held last year.
Continue reading “Steampunk Surgical Spirit”
A selection of photographs have been kindly sent to the Journal by Jo Neal, organiser of the Leeds Steampunk Market. I went on the Saturday and the pictures here are from that day.
They just go to show what a wonderful culture it is, rich in creativity and full of the friendliest, most courteous oddballs in the land. Continue reading “Pictures from Leeds Steampunk Market 05-06/10/2013”
Here is the latest steampunk news from around the globe: Fastcodesign.com have found a delightful steampunk coffee shop. One would think it would be a tea shop, but you can’t have everything. The Yorkshire Evening Post have reported on the Leeds Steampunk Market. I managed to grab an interview with Jo which I will post forthwith, so keep an eye out for it. A history ball allows historical fans, Dr. Who enthusiasts and steampunks to get dressed up, according to the Kirkwood Patch. The Courier News in Chicago have told us there’s a zombie event in Elgin and steampunks will … Continue reading News round up 10/10/13
