Witan Sweatshirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes | Heritage Clothing
S / Light Blue
£43.99
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Witan Sweatshirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes | Heritage Clothing
£43.99
Witan Sweatshirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes
Before the Norman Yoke fell, England was governed by the Witan — the council of wise men who advised the Saxon kings, shaped law, and held the kingdom together through raid, famine, and war. This crewneck puts that world on your chest: a king with his council, rendered in vintage style, framed with the words In an Age of Heroes. Midweight, warm, and built to last — the sweatshirt for slow mornings, history meetups, reenactments, and fireside evenings where the old stories come out. The same design as the t-shirt, with a bit more weight behind it.
Product features
- Unisex adult fit — true to size across S–2XL
- 50/50 cotton-polyester blend, 8.0 oz/yd² — warm, structured, and long-lasting
- Tubular knit with no side seams for a smooth, waste-reducing silhouette
- Ribbed knit collar and double-needle stitching for shape retention and durability
- OEKO-TEX certified — tested for harmful substances
- Available in 5 colours: Light Blue, Light Pink, Sand, Sport Grey, White
- Made in Nicaragua
Size guide
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 20.00 | 22.01 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 |
| Sleeve length (from centre back), in | 33.50 | 34.50 | 35.50 | 36.50 | 37.50 |
Care instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low heat
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
Frequently asked questions
What was the Witan?
The Witan — short for Witenagemot, meaning "meeting of wise men" — was the Anglo-Saxon royal council that advised the king on matters of law, taxation, war, and succession. It was one of the earliest forms of representative governance in English history, and its decisions shaped the kingdom from the early medieval period right up to the Norman Conquest of 1066.
What does "In an Age of Heroes" mean?
It is the tagline on the graphic — a nod to the epic, saga-like quality of the Anglo-Saxon age, when kings, thegns, and councils governed a kingdom that produced figures like Alfred the Great, Æthelstan, and Harold Godwinson. The phrase frames the Witan not as a dry institution but as part of a heroic, storied world.
What does the graphic show?
The design features a king seated with his council — rendered in a vintage, illustrative style with rustic lettering and banner framing. It is the same design as the Witan T-Shirt, on a warmer midweight crewneck.
Is this a unisex fit?
Yes — the sweatshirt is a unisex adult fit, true to size across S–2XL, and suits both men and women.
Is this available as a t-shirt?
Yes — also available as the Witan T-Shirt — Council of the Saxon Kings for a lighter option.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — a strong gift for fans of Anglo-Saxon history, early medieval England, reenactors, history teachers, or anyone who believes the Saxon side of the story deserves to be heard.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Gildan 18000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults only. Made in Nicaragua.
Care instructions: Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F). Non-chlorine bleach as needed. Tumble dry low heat. Do not iron. Do not dry clean.
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