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Land of the Vikings

PART OF KYNREN - THE STORIED LANDS

Kynren - An Epic Tale of England

2026 Tickets now available, every Saturday night from 18th July to 12th September

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Experience a world on the edge of change

Step into the Viking Settlement. As you walk through the village, you’ll see traditional skills in action, feel the heat of the forge and watch sparks fly from the blacksmith’s hammer. Food grows in the gardens, fires are lit for cooking, fisherwomen work along the water’s edge, and Viking warriors prepare for what lies ahead. Stories are shared. Drums echo. Something is coming.

Take your seat for the live show and see the world erupt!

Land of the Vikings is a high-energy live-action Viking show where fire rages, shields clash and ancient loyalties are pushed to breaking point.

Show Information

Experience the story

This is a world shaped by honour, bloodline and belief.

A Viking community stands at a crossroads. Some seek to build and protect what they have. Others cling to the old ways — conquest, glory and the call of the sea.

When violence erupts from within their own kind, buried truths rise to the surface and the arena is consumed by chaos. Shield walls collide, duels break out and the line between loyalty and betrayal begins to blur, forcing the community to confront who they are — and who they want to become

The story unfolds through ritual, combat and confrontation, told through powerful performance.

What you'll experience

In the Viking Settlement (self-guided, pre-show) 

  • Explore an outdoor Viking Settlement at your own pace

  • See traditional skills in action, including blacksmithing with heat and flying sparks

  • Discover gardens growing authentic food and herbs of the era

  • Meet Viking characters and see everyday life unfolding

In the Land of the Vikings show arena (seated live-action show)

  • Take your seat for a high-energy Viking show

  • Watch shields clash, warriors collide and fire effects erupt

  • Experience fast-paced stunts and powerful live performance

Good to know

  • Allow around 30 minutes in total (settlement walkthrough plus show)

  • Show duration: approximately 15 minutes

  • Included with your Kynren – The Storied Lands day ticket

  • Suitable for all ages (contains loud sound effects, fire and action)

  • Seated outdoor show

  • Step-free route and seating available

  • Selfies and photo opportunities are welcome in the Viking Settlement

  • Show seats 1250 people.

  • Photography and filming are not permitted during the show

  • Show Times are published at 5.30pm the day before your visit on the website and mobile app so you can plan your day appropriately.  We recommend reviewing the times to ensure that you do not miss out.

FAQs

Do I need to visit the Viking Settlement before the show?

Ideally yes, but it is not essential. The Viking Settlement is designed to be experienced before the show and helps set the scene before you take your seat in the arena.

Is the Viking Settlement guided?

No. The Viking Settlement is self-guided, so you can explore at your own pace before the show begins.

Is the show seated or standing?

The show is a seated outdoor arena performance.

Do I need to book a time slot?

No. Land of the Vikings is included with your Kynren – The Storied Lands day ticket. Seating is allocated on a first-come basis.

Can I take photos with the Vikings?

Yes. Selfies and photo opportunities are welcome in the Viking settlement before the show.

Can I take photos or film during the show?

No. Photography and filming are not permitted during the live performance.

Is there fire and combat?

Yes. The show includes fire effects, choreographed Viking combat and high-energy stunts.

When are show times released?

Show times are published at 5:30pm the day before your visit on the website and mobile app so you can plan your day appropriately. We recommend reviewing the times to ensure that you do not miss out.

What period is Land of the Vikings set in?

Land of the Vikings is set during the late 9th to mid-10th century (circa AD 865-954), a time when Viking communities were beginning to settle and build permanent lives in England as part of the Danelaw.

Did Vikings really live in the North East of England, including around Bishop Auckland?

Yes. Vikings settled and influenced large parts of the North East during the Danelaw period. The area around Bishop Auckland, and routes along the River Wear, were important for movement, trade and control, placing the region within a wider landscape shaped by Viking settlement and activity,