The all-action Saxon & Viking Festival will take visitors back over 1000 Years

 Visitors to Stonham Barns Park, the ultimate family entertainment destination in Suffolk, will be transported back in time (over 1000 years to be precise) for a day of battles and re-enactments on Saturday 29 October, from 12noon until 8.00pm.

The Saxon & Viking Festival offers modern day warriors – of all ages – the chance to experience a taste of what life was like in times past.  There will be 15 re-enactment groups from around the country for the day of activities around a ‘living history camp’ made up of characters from the Saxon and Viking period – which is referred to as ‘The Dark Ages’.

Each group will give an insight into the way of life and culture which will include insights into cooking, weaving, leathercraft, woodwork, blacksmithing, herbalism, with Saga storytelling and Rune readings.  Visitors will be able to participate in ‘have a go’ sessions which will include archery, axe throwing and javelin throwing, all handled under the supervision of certified instructors.

Re-enactment displays and battles will take place in the show ring from midday until around 5.30pm after which there will be a big battle finale!  A torchlight parade will follow including the spectacle of the ceremonial burning of a Viking Boat!

A licenced bar will be open throughout the event.  Hot and cold refreshments and food will also be available.

Says Fraser Carson Events Manager at Stonham Barns Park, ‘This event is a mind-blowing festival for anyone interested in history.  The characters who attend bring so much energy and enthusiasm to the show – along with a goodly amount of fighting and hostility – to bring The Dark Ages to life.  It is a must for families and friends with fun activities everywhere you look.  This is one dynamic show.  It just rolls out action from beginning to end – it really is as colourful, engaging and dramatic as a show can get!’

This is the second event with fast-moving historical action this year after Stonham Barns Park hosted its History Alive! Show in June which also featured the best of premier re-enactment.

For camping booking enquiries call 01449 711901.

Adult tickets are £10 per person while the under 12’s are admitted free. For advanced tickets and more information call Stonham Barns Park on 01449 711111 or visit www.stonhambarns.co.uk  Dogs are welcome but they must be kept on short leads.

 Click here to read this great article published in the East Anglian Daily Times