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Anyone setting up an authentic medieval camp will first think of tents and clothing – but it is the small, handcrafted details that transform a campsite into a genuine piece of living history. In the ‘Other Camp Supplies’ category, you’ll find exactly the items that make all the difference in a military camp, at a re-enactment weekend or at a medieval market stall: hand-forged ironware, wickerwork, oil lamps modelled on historical designs, and much more.
What does ‘Other Camp Supplies’ include?
The overarching category ‘Medieval Camp Supplies’ includes cauldrons, pots, cutlery and drinking vessels – in other words, everything needed for cooking and tableware. Other camp essentials complement this range with products that organise, illuminate and furnish the campsite: hand-forged ironwork such as S-hooks and hinges, lighting in the form of oil lamps and candlesticks, wicker baskets for transport and organisation, and fire pits for the centre of the camp.
These items are equally suitable for re-enactment encampments, appearances at medieval markets, LARP events or even historically inspired garden design at home. Thematically related sister categories include hides & blankets, wooden goods and medieval ceramics – together, these provide a complete picture of everyday life in a historical camp.
Hand-forged ironware: S-hooks, hinges and candlesticks
Hand-forged ironware is among the most functional items in the camp – and among the most inconspicuous, yet immediately missed when absent. Steel S-hooks fulfil several tasks simultaneously in the camp: they attach cooking utensils to the connecting rod above the tripod, allow tools and equipment to be hung up neatly, and can be repositioned flexibly. The range includes two sizes – the more compact 8 cm hooks for lighter utensils and the sturdier 12.5 cm versions for heavier loads, each available in a handy set of five.
Hinges, chest hinges and door hinges are indispensable whenever wooden crates, chests or makeshift door constructions are built in the storeroom. The hand-forged examples, with a total length of around 24 cm, are not only functional but also visually fit into any setting from the Early to the Late Middle Ages. They are available as single items or in a handy set of two.
The forged candlestick with rolled feet and a twisted stem adds a further touch: the twisted stem is a characteristic feature of medieval blacksmithing and was common from the 10th to the 15th century. All forged pieces are made from 100% steel and are hand-forged – not industrial castings, but individual handcrafted items with slight dimensional variations that are inherent to the material.
Lighting in the store: oil lamps and candlesticks
Open fires and candlelight characterised lighting in the Middle Ages – and clay oil lamps were part of this, long before wax candles became affordable. The medieval oil lamps, modelled on Roman designs and made from hand-crafted ceramic, take up a form that was widespread across much of Europe from the Early Middle Ages through to the High Middle Ages: the Romans had brought this lamp technology to northern Europe, and it remained in use in various forms for centuries after the end of antiquity.
The range includes a single-wick version and a three-wick oil lamp with a chain for hanging. They are fuelled by vegetable oil – historically, rapeseed oil or linseed oil was common, but today standard vegetable oil works just as well. The difference from a lantern lies in the open flame: oil lamps give off a warm, flickering light without a glass shield, which makes them atmospheric but sensitive to the wind – ideal for inside the camp or under a canopy.
Fire pits for campsites and gardens: fire basket and fire bowl
- Compact size, good for smaller campsites
- Base plate protects the ground from heat
- Increased safety at events
- Made of steel, robust and durable
- Can be used as a campfire centrepiece or garden fire
- Price: approx. €75
- Large diameter for groups and markets
- Flat design, open flame
- Made from sturdy steel, for long-lasting outdoor use
- Decorative use as a garden fire pit
- Suitable for larger camping groups
- Price: approx. €100
Both versions can easily be reused in the garden after the re-enactment weekend – this dual purpose makes them a sensible investment. Anyone wishing to operate fire pits on event sites should check the fire safety regulations for the respective event in advance; many markets require a minimum distance from tents and stipulate specific safety measures.
Product overview by intended use
S-hooks (8 cm and 12.5 cm, sets of 5 each) and a connecting rod for tripods (120 cm) allow cooking and camping equipment to be hung neatly above the fire pit. Starting price: from €13.45 for the set of 5 S-hooks.
Ceramic oil lamps (single-wick with wick from €16.81, triple-wick with chain €33.61) and the hand-forged candlestick with rolled feet and twisted stem (€10.84) provide atmospheric lighting without electricity.
Hand-woven wicker baskets (oval from €24.37, square from €28.57) and the wicker basket with straps (€57.98) help with transporting goods and organising storage space.
Hand-forged hinges, chest hinges and door hinges (single piece €14.28, set of 2 €27.65) are the connecting elements for wooden chests, boxes and storage structures.
Fire basket with base plate (~41 cm, €75.62) and fire bowl with a diameter of 75 cm (€100.83) form the centrepiece of the camp. Both are made of sturdy steel and suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Hand-forged pipe cleaner for cleaning clay pipes (€10.50) – complements the range of clay and wooden pipes. Also: Medieval axe as a second-grade item with leather sheath (€30.25) for budget-conscious buyers.
Authenticity in the camp: What is historically documented
What did a medieval market look like? Traders offered their wares under simple awnings or open stalls – wickerwork, iron tools, earthenware and lighting items were part of the typical range of goods at any larger market. The items in this category reflect precisely this spectrum: wicker baskets, hand-forged ironware and ceramic lamps correspond to what traders and market vendors actually carried with them.
How were foodstuffs stored in the Middle Ages? In baskets for dry goods, in ceramic vessels for liquids, and in sealed chests to protect against damp and vermin. That is why chest straps and hinges are not merely decorative items, but served a tangible, practical function in everyday life. Anyone who fits their storage chest with historically accurate hooks, fittings and hinges comes closer to living history than with modern substitutes.
What objects were there in the Middle Ages? Wrought iron, wickerwork and earthenware are the three material groups that shaped everyday life from the Carolingian period through to the Late Middle Ages – all three are represented in this category. An important note regarding quality expectations: Hand-forged pieces exhibit individual variations in dimensions and finish. This is not a flaw, but the inevitable and intentional characteristic of genuine craftsmanship – making each piece unique.
Basketry and transport: wicker baskets and carrying baskets
Hand-woven wicker baskets are a universal tool of everyday medieval life – at the market, in the army camp and in the kitchen. Our range includes two basic shapes: the oval wicker basket for food and goods with a rounded profile, and the rectangular wicker basket with a carrying handle for more angular items. Both are equally suitable for organising stock and as visually appealing decoration at a market stall.
The wicker pack or Kiepe with straps takes things a step further: as a historical carrying frame, it allows heavy loads to be carried on the back – without using your hands. Merchants, herb gatherers and market vendors used such carrying aids throughout the Middle Ages. For use at LARP events or re-enactment markets, the basket also offers a distinctive visual feature that immediately identifies the character. You can find further variants in the subcategory ‘Baskets and Wickerwork’.
Willow as a raw material has another advantage: it is renewable, lightweight yet sturdy – qualities that medieval basket weavers already appreciated and which today speak in favour of sustainable production.
Whether you’re kitting out an authentic army camp for a re-enactment weekend, setting up your market stall in a historically accurate style, or simply looking for the perfect detail for your LARP camp – in this category you’ll find handmade pieces that do the job and look the part. Browse through the range and top up your camp supplies with the items you’re really missing.
Frequently Asked Questions
'Other camp supplies' refers to all those items that equipped a medieval camp beyond cookware and cutlery: hand-forged ironware such as S-hooks, hinges and candlesticks, lighting such as oil lamps, wickerwork and fire pits. These items are suitable for re-enactment encampments as well as for LARP events and medieval market stalls.
In the Middle Ages, food was primarily stored in wicker baskets, ceramic vessels and sealed wooden chests. Baskets were suitable for dry goods such as grain or herbs, ceramic vessels for liquids and pickled foods, whilst chests with hinges and locks provided protection against moisture and pests. Related accessories such as chest straps and hand-woven baskets remain an important part of authentic storage equipment today.
Medieval markets usually took place in central squares in front of churches or castle gates. Traders offered their wares under simple wooden frames, awnings or open stalls. Typical goods on offer included iron tools, earthenware, basketry, foodstuffs and textiles. Lighting in the form of oil lamps and candlelight, as well as baskets used as transport containers, were a natural part of every market stall.
Hand-forged ironware such as S-hooks, hinges and candlesticks are suitable for depictions ranging from the Early Middle Ages (from the 6th century) to the Late Middle Ages (15th century). Clay oil lamps modelled on Roman designs cover an even longer period. The rough, handcrafted look makes these pieces versatile for various periods without any regional specialisation.
Yes, both items – the fire basket with base plate (approx. 41 cm) and the fire bowl (75 cm diameter) – are made from sturdy steel for long-term outdoor use and are equally suitable for campsites at re-enactment events as they are for private gardens. At events, you should check the organiser’s fire safety regulations in advance, as many venues stipulate minimum distances or safety precautions.