Kynren – The Storied Lands

Opening on 18 July 2026, Kynren – The Storied Lands is the UK’s first live-action show park. Situated in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, this unique daytime attraction departs entirely from traditional theme parks. Instead of mechanical rides and roller coasters, visitors experience a series of massive, scheduled live shows, immersive walkthroughs, and epic action sequences that bring English history and legends to life.

Developed by the team behind the globally acclaimed Kynren night show, the day park expands the destination into a full-day family attraction.

Key Attractions & Live Shows

The park's experiences are scheduled across the day, allowing guests to transition seamlessly between different eras and legends.

• Land of the Vikings: A powerful, multi-sensory stunt show set within an authentic settlement arena. Visitors witness clashing warriors, intense pyrotechnics, and raging fires as a Viking story unfolds.
• The Lost Feather: A breathtaking aerial display featuring more than 250 birds of prey taking to the skies simultaneously in a choreographed narrative of flight.
• Legend of the Wear: Utilizing a massive natural lake as its stage, this production delivers high-octane water stunts and a dramatic retelling of local northern folklore.
• The Trusty Steed: A showcase of elite equestrian skill, featuring medieval knights charging on horseback and daring stunts executed by fearless warriors.
• Victorian Imaginariums: An immersive, interactive maze populated by eccentric characters from the 19th century, packed with historical stories and interactive surprises.
• Viking Settlement: A highly detailed, walk-through historical environment open to guests ahead of the major afternoon performances.

Kynren – An Epic Tale of England

The epic night show, Kynren – An Epic Tale of England, serves as the spectacular culmination of the Kynren experience. Performed under the stars on a vast 7.5-acre outdoor stage, this 90-minute production transports audiences through 2,000 years of history, myth, and legend.

Seen through the eyes of Arthur, a local boy exploring his roots, the performance features a cast and crew of 1,000 volunteers. The production is renowned for its huge cinematic scale, with stunning pyrotechnics, water effects, projection, and a stirring original soundtrack by award-winning composer Nathan Stornetta, narrated by Kevin Whately.

Future Developments

The park is executing a multi-phase expansion plan to grow its footprint over the coming seasons.

• 2027 – Victorian Village: A major immersive expansion planned for the 2027 season, introducing permanent themed streets, period shops, and live heritage actors.