Greetings from Hastings, UK

[Medicus matt]

James, you might want to get in contact with Britannia, the group that put together the gladiatorial games at the London Guildhall last year.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4T-piRTJ7Ws
They have members all over the country but are particularly strong in the South East.
PM me for contact details.