Durham & Kynren

Head to the beautiful North East of England, travel back in time with a journey through British history, and experience an epic tale of England at Kynren, with a live action spectacular show.

Thursday 13th – Monday 17th August 2026

Tour Price £754.00
Single supplement: £156.00

o Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast

o Full English buffet breakfast

o Three course dinner menu

o Superior seating for Kynren
performance

o Entrance to Raby Castle &
Gardens with guided tour

o Entrance to Beamish Living
Museum of the North

o Escorted throughout

o All coach travel

THU We set off this morning for County Durham, and the centrally located Radisson Blu Hotel in the heart of Durham, home for the next four nights.

FRI Take a step back in time today with a visit to the Living Museum of the North in Beamish, where the past is brought vividly to life. Nestling in 300 acres of beautiful countryside, visit Pockerley, with its stunning manor house and railway, and take a tram ride through a real Edwardian market town with its painstakingly and lovingly rebuilt houses and shops. You can also visit Home Farm, wander around the Pit Village and enjoy a ride on an old carousel.

SAT Your fantastic location allows you to discover the captivating medieval city of Durham at your own pace. This is the jewel in the crown of an extraordinary county and a wonderful place to explore, with ancient winding streets packed with history, culture and stunning architecture, including the magnificent Norman Castle and Cathedral. This evening we head off to the highlight of our tour, Kynren, which provides an unforgettable experience taking audiences on a thrilling adventure through 2,000 years of history. Performed by a 1,000-strong cast and crew on a 7.5-acre outdoor stage, this multi-award-winning live action spectacular delights and dazzles the senses, with its mix of hand-to-hand combat, daring stunts, incredible horsemanship, stunning pyrotechnics and amazing special effects. From Boudicca’s battles with the Romans to two world wars, via Vikings, Tudors and the fate of Charles I, Kynren is a spellbinding experience delivering thrills, shocks, tears, laughs, goosebumps and gasps on a truly cinematic scale.

SUN We step into history today at Raby Castle, one of England’s finest medieval fortresses, set within 200 acres of scenic parkland and beautifully landscaped gardens. Home to the powerful Neville family in the 14th century, the castle boasts grand interiors, a fascinating collection of art and antiques, and captivating stories of power and intrigue. On arrival, enjoy a guided tour of this fascinating castle, and then have time to explore at your leisure. Outside, you can explore the picturesque Walled Garden, enjoy wildlife spotting in the deer park, and relax at the stylish café and shop.

MON After breakfast we set off homewards, arriving back in the local area in the evening.