If you're interested in other people, places and events surrounding the legend and lore of Robin Hood, here are some links that may be of interest:
FILM AND TELEVISION:
Cadfael:
In 12th-century England, under the shadow of war between King Stephen and Empress Maude, a Benadictine monk of Shrewsbury solves mysteries using his uncanny gifts of herbalism and observation. Derek Jacobi gives an excellent performance as the soldier turned healer. Try this link to search for information about the video episodes, actors, and books.
The Lion in Winter
A classic film with a classic cast, as Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine matches wits with husband King Henry II and their sons in a royal power struggle. Stars Timothy Dalton as Phillip of France, Audrey Hepburn as Queen Eleanor, and Nigel Terry in a delightful performance as the nerdy Prince John.
Redwall
If you're a fan of Disney's Robin Hood and would enjoy more medieval action with anthropomorphic characters, check out the series by Brian Jacques as heroic mice and other creatures defend Redwall Abbey from a host of villians. The animated series from Nelvana captures the spirit of adventure as related in the books.
MUSIC:
Mediaeval Baebes
Medieval sounds with an attitude.
Tannahill Weavers
A Scottish folk band: piping-hot heavy mettle!
RE-ENACTMENT:
The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.
The official site of the Society for Creative Anachronisms (SCA), a worldwide group of medieval recreationists. Their site will point you towards designated Kingdom sites, pages and links for arts and sciences, fighting, and other aspects of Medieval life in the currant Middle Ages. Foreward into the past!
HMR: Historical Medieval Reinactment
A smaller group of medieval recreationists, with lots of fun and enthusiam for those who enjoy activities with a medieval flair.
A Boke of Gode Cookery
An extensive and well researched site for Medieval/Renaissance food and recipes. Great for the researcher, chef, or beginning cook.
MEDIEVAL TIMES:
Sir Clisto Seversword's Tome of Adventure and Knowledge
All the links the Medieval/Renaissance enthusiast could want. Links to Renaissance faires, costuming, jewelry, armor, Medieval and Renaissance organizations, and historical research sites.
