Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is the UK’s ‘must see’ spectacular live-action evening blockbuster. First launched in 2016, this epic performance takes the audience on an immersive, breathtaking journey through 2,000 years of history, myth, and legend, starting at sunset and ending under a canopy of starlight. To see exactly what makes this performance so unmissable, be sure to read our comprehensive, first-hand Kynren – An Epic Tale of England Review.
Discover the History of England
The 1,000-strong cast and crew of volunteers engage in a complex and robust set of training programmes with highly-skilled performance industry specialists to deliver the skills needed to produce world-class entertainment.
Performed every summer on a vast 7.5-acre stage – the scale of five football pitches – the action-packed production includes magnificent horses and a menagerie of other starring animals, played out in front of an 8,000-seat outdoor amphitheatre known as the Tribune.
Kynren – Medieval Festival[/caption>
A Masterpiece of Special Effects
This world-class show is brought to life with magnificent historical sets, mass choreography, fierce combat, breathless stunt horsemanship, stunning pyrotechnics, and amazing special effects, including dancing water jets and state-of-the-art video projections that illuminate the entire hillside landscape.
Kynren – Firework Finale[/caption>
Featuring An Epic Soundtrack
Award-winning composer Nathan Stornetta has worked alongside film score master Hans Zimmer (Gladiator, The Dark Knight Rises, Pirates of the Caribbean) to create Kynren’s epic cinematic soundtrack, perfectly capturing the deep drama, scale, and excitement of the performance.
The dialogue itself features the distinctive, nostalgic tones of North East native Kevin Whately, best known for his roles in Auf Wiedersehen Pet, Inspector Morse, and Lewis. Kevin plays the part of Old Arthur, the character who reveals the secret of time travel to Young Arthur, setting him off on his quest for knowledge and discovery of the meaning of ‘Kynren’.
A Dazzling Outdoor Theatre Spectacular
Two thousand years of history, myth, and legend rush by in 90 minutes as we join young Arthur on his epic quest. Rebellions, wars, magic, majesty, celebration, and heartache are vividly brought to ground-shaking life in a dazzling outdoor-theatre spectacular.
Kynren – Young Arthur drawing a sword from stone[/caption>
From Boudicca’s fierce battles with the Romans to two world wars, via invading Vikings, wily Tudors, and the dramatic fate of Charles I, Kynren’s a spellbinding, family-friendly experience delivering thrills, shocks, tears, laughs, goosebumps, and gasps on a truly cinematic scale.
Kynren echoes the Anglo-Saxon word ‘cynren’, meaning generation, kin, or family, reflecting the powerful bond shared among the hundreds of volunteers involved in this unique community production.
11Arches
Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is produced by 11Arches, a registered charity whose objective is to establish a world-class tourism development destination, underpinned by an innovative and engaging arts, education, and community development programme.
🔥 Exclusive Kynren Discount Code
Planning your trip to this incredible summer spectacular? We have partnered up to bring you a fantastic, verified saving on your booking.
👉 Click Here to Get 10% Off Your Kynren Evening Show Tickets With Our Exclusive Discount Code
Travelling to Kynren
Kynren is located on the outskirts of Bishop Auckland at 11Arches. Drivers should simply follow the brown tourist signs on approach to the attraction. Please note there are different postcodes for each of the specific car parks, so check the Kynren Official Website for exact routing details before setting off.
Travelling by Train
The nearest main line railway stations are Durham or Darlington (both a 25-minute taxi ride from the venue). Bishop Auckland station is a 15-minute walk to the site, or a 5-minute walk to Bishop Auckland bus terminal from which you can use the pre-booked return shuttle bus service. Search for your train tickets and secure cheap advance transit prices using the Raileasy website.
Turn Your Visit into a Spectacular Durham Short Break
Because Kynren is a premium outdoor night spectacular that begins at sunset, the show does not end until around 11:00 PM (dependent on the month and twilight times). Navigating dark country roads or facing a long drive home late at night with tired children can quickly take the magic away from your evening. To fully enjoy this epic spectacle stress-free, families and couples are highly encouraged to turn their visit into a weekend short break or an extended North East staycation holiday.
- Local Hotels & Characterful B&Bs: There is a phenomenal collection of boutique country house hotels, historic gastropubs with rooms, and welcoming family guest houses nestled across Bishop Auckland, the Wear Valley, and nearby historic Durham city center. Secure your overnight room allocations via Booking.com.
- Reliable Family Budget Hubs: For reliable, high-quality budget rooms that are easy on the wallet and located just a short driving distance from the Flatts Farm car parks, book your family spaces directly through Travelodge.
- Country Cottages & Rustic Hideaways: If you prefer to wake up to quiet countryside views after a late night under the stars, choose from thousands of characterful stone cottages and private holiday rentals by browsing Sykes Holiday Cottages or discover high-end premium luxury retreats near the Durham moors using Rural Retreats.
For more fantastic seasonal promotions and regional holiday bundle discounts, don’t forget to review our comprehensive Travel and Accommodation Offers Guide.
Featured Offers and Promotions
UK Attraction Hot Deals
View our Hot Special Offers Page for great deals and discounts on your Days Out. Also, like the Attractions Near Me Facebook Page to be amongst the first to know about the best discount offers and promotions for tourist attractions across the UK.
If you are looking for attractions outside the UK then visit our sister site Attractions Near Me Worldwide.
Disclaimer: Attractions Near Me makes every effort to ensure that all pricing, ticket perks, opening hours, and facilities listed on this directory are accurate at the time of publication. However, attraction details can change frequently. We strongly advise checking the official venue website to verify operating schedules, booking requirements, and current admission models prior to starting your journey.
