5 days 4 nights/Half Board
£689.00 pp in a single room
£100.00 Deposit
£31.40 Insurance
Overview
Once again we are delighted to be able to offer you the opportunity to see what we think will become the hot new ticket within the next few years, Kyrnen. Having seen last year’s performance we confidently say that this is a show that must be seen. The production is simply on an epic scale with special effects that will astound you. Our five day trip includes some fascinating visits but the undoubted highlight will be The Epic Tale of England
The Story
Bringing 2000 years of history, myth and legend to life in a spectacular family performance. As dusk falls, you take your seat in anticipation in front of a vast stage. The lake is still. You are immersed in the music. You are watching King Harold rejoicing, having conquered the Vikings, but his celebrations are short-lived. The tranquil waters of the lake begin to ripple, its surface begins to swirl. Suddenly a Norman longship erupts from its depths, bearing a fierce William of Normandy and his roaring men who leap ashore, swords held high. This is just one of Kynren’s 29 scenes which takes you on an action-packed and emotional journey through time. Encompassing the Roman occupation, the Viking and Norman invasions, medieval feasts and jousting, the splendour of the Tudors, the English Civil War, the Georgian Renaissance, Industrial Revolution and two world wars right up to the current period and many other scenes in between – Kynren takes you on a spellbinding voyage through history, myth and legend, as seen through the eyes of Arthur, the son of a mining family from the North East of England. Brought to you by a 1,000-strong cast and crew who have been professionally trained by international performance experts in dance, theatrical combat, pyrotechnics, and equestrianism. The huge cast is joined on stage by the animals of Kynren, collectively bringing each scene to life amidst jaw-dropping special effects and an original sound track by the award-winning composer Nathan Stornetta.
Itinerary
Thursday 4th August
We depart Sussex and make our way north. Having made a suitable comfort stop we arrive in the delightful market town of Stamford for an extended lunch break. Early afternoon we continue to our hotel arriving in time for dinner.
Friday 5th August
This morning we are joined by our top blue badge guide, Jan Williams, and we head north to Holy Island, Lindisfarne. Having checked the tide times we drive safely across the causeway which leads into the quaint island village of Lindisfarne, from where there are stunning views of Lindisfarne Castle, which dates back to 1550. Spend time wandering through the ruins of its Priory where the magnificent Lindisfarne Gospels were produced and enjoy the tranquillity for which the island is renowned. Jan will guide you through the village and to the ruins of the Priory. From Holy Island we make our way back along the coast to Bamburgh Village where we will have a stop. Our journey then continues past the mighty Bamburgh Castle and the scenic coastal route as we make our way back to our hotel.
Saturday 6th August
A leisurely start to the day before we make our way towards Bishop Auckland and Kynren, arriving with plenty of time to explore before the evening performance 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. From Boudicca’s battles with the Romans to two world wars, via Vikings, Tudors and the fate of Charles I, Kynren is a spellbinding, family-friendly experience delivering thrills, shocks, tears, laughs, goosebumps and gasps on a truly cinematic scale. The large site contains all the facilities one expects at such an event and features tiered seating for over 8,000 visitors. Our return to the hotel is late evening.
Sunday 7th August
A leisurely start this morning after our late night. Once again Jan joins us today for another fascinating day as we follow in the footsteps of Northumberland's landed gentry. Our tour today takes us through some glorious countryside via Ponteland , Belsay, Wallington Hall to the lovely village of Rothbury situated on the River Coquet. Our journey continues to the picturesque village of Ford where we have a short break before commencing our journey back to Newcastle.
Monday 8th August
We leave our hotel after breakfast and commence our journey south. Having made suitable comfort stops en route we expect to arrive back in the Maresfield area by approximately 18.30.
Holiday Hotel
: The 4 Star Jurys Inn, Newcastle, Scotswood Road, Newcastle, NE1 4AD
Tel: 0191 201 4400 www.jurysinns.com/hotels/newcastle/newcastle
This contemporary hotel is located in an ideal location close to the city centre and close to The River Tyne. All bedrooms are furnished to a very high standard and are very spacious with all the facilities you would expect of a four star hotel
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