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Friendly, Energetic and Great with People? We’d Love to Meet You

Kynren – The Storied Lands

SUMMER JOBS OPEN DAY

Wednesday 8 April | 2:30pm – 7pm

Drop in anytime.

This summer, Kynren – The Storied Lands launches a brand-new daytime park where spectacular live shows and immersive experiences bring history, myth and legend to life.

To help create unforgettable days out for our visitors, we’re looking for friendly, reliable people with a positive attitude who enjoy working with others and being part of a team.

If you enjoy meeting people, bringing energy to a team and helping visitors have a brilliant day out, come along to our Summer Job Fair and discover how you could join the Kynren team this summer.

We’re recruiting for a range of paid operational roles for the 2026 season, from guest-facing roles to behind-the-scenes support.

Kynren – The Storied Lands runs from 18 July – 12 September 2026, with roles and training beginning ahead of opening.

Many of our seasonal team will be students or people looking for flexible summer work, and full training will be provided.

This Job Is Perfect For You If…

  • You enjoy meeting and helping people
  • You like working in a busy, energetic team
  • You bring positivity and enthusiasm to your work
  • You take pride in helping visitors have a great day out

If that sounds like you, come along and meet the team.

What to expect on the day

  • Meet the teams behind Kynren – The Storied Lands

  • Learn about the seasonal roles available

  • Find out about training, shift patterns and start dates

  • Ask questions and get a feel for what it’s like to work here

  • Apply on the day or take details to apply online later

No appointment needed — simply drop in anytime between 2:30pm and 7pm.

Roles we're recruiting for

Catering & Hospitality — Food preparation, bar service, hospitality support helping deliver excellent service to our visitors across the site.

Front of House & Retail — Welcoming guests, ticket scanning, ushering, selling merchandise and helping create a positive visitor experience from arrival to departure.

Cleaning & Operations — Maintaining the presentation of the Park, supporting facilities teams and helping ensure the smooth and safe running of daily operations and performances.

Cavalry & Bird Team Assistants/Show Support Staff — Work alongside our experienced animal and performance teams to help prepare for shows and support behind-the-scenes operations. These roles assist with the coordination and preparation required to deliver large-scale live performances.

These are active, hands-on roles in a unique live environment, and some positions may require experience or familiarity with animals.

Who its for

Whether you are:

  • Looking for a summer job

  • A student seeking seasonal work

  • Returning to work

  • Considering a career change

  • Or simply looking for something a little different

… we’d love to meet you.

Many roles do not require previous experience — we’re looking for people with the right attitude who enjoy working with visitors and being part of a team.

When and where

Date: Wednesday 8 April

Time: Drop in anytime from 2:30pm – 7pm. No appointment necessary!

Location: Kynren Site, Bishop Auckland DL14 7SF (follow signage on arrival)

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book? No — just drop in.

Do I need experience? Many roles do not require previous experience. Full training will be provided.

What should I bring? Your contact details and a CV if you have one.

When do roles start? Start dates and training will be discussed on the day.

Can I apply if I can only work some days? Yes — we’ll discuss availability and shift patterns.

Can’t attend the Open Day but still interested in working at Kynren? You can apply for current vacancies via the roles listed below.

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As a registered charity, Kynren is committed to establishing Bishop Auckland as an international tourist destination and a new engine for economic growth. At the heart of our vision is the iconic Kynren – An Epic Tale of England night show, and the launch of our brand-new historical day park, Kynren – The Storied Lands in summer 2026, both offering unique opportunities to inspire and engage audiences.

 

For permanent staff positions, we provide:

  • Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience

  • 25 days paid holidays, plus public holidays

  • Pension scheme

  • Life assurance

  • Free onsite parking

  • Generous family-friendly policies

  • Unlimited learning and development support

 

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Interested in careers at Kynren but can’t see a suitable role listed?

Click the button below to register your interest and we will keep your details on file, should a suitable vacancy appear.

 

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11Arches and its affiliates may use the information provided to add your details to a database of applicant and similar parties interested in supporting the 11Arches Project. 11Arches may, in our sole discretion, reach out to you from time to time about potential opportunities relating to 11Arches. By clicking "Register interest", you agree to 11Arches Privacy Policy.