Yes, a New “Time-Traveling” Theme Park Expansion Is Opening This Year — Here’s What We Know

After a couple of years of development updates, the United Kingdom’s upcoming time-traveling themed entertainment offering has finally set an opening date!

Kynren: The Storied Lands — an expansion of the original Kynren attraction, which opened in 2016 — is opening on July 18th!

Located in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, the original Kynren uses  90-minute performances that depict major moments in British history, ranging from the Roman conquest of Britain, King Arthur’s search for the Holy Grail, and Winston Churchill’s “Finest Hour” speech during WW2. The new Storied Lands expansion is planned to contain several distinct themed areas, and shows that will attempt to transport guests into history.

Rather than focusing on traditional rides, the expansion will emphasize live-action shows, immersive environments, large-scale sets, animals, and cutting-edge effects.

These new lands will include:

• The Trusty Stead, a horse stunt show adapted from Fina and the Golden Cape, which will feature medieval knights clashing on horseback, a fearless female warrior showing off her courage in a breathtaking display of horsemanship and daring stunts, enormous sets, stunning special effects, and the real Auckland Palace as the backdrop. This “powerful equestrian spectacle” will blend emotional storytelling with world-class horsemanship, daring stunts, and cinematic scale to create a “medieval world shaped by power, injustice, and courage.” The show’s protagonist is “a young woman whose life is torn apart — and the extraordinary bond she forges with a wild horse that will change her destiny forever.”
• The Legend of the Wear, a water-based stunt show based on the local legend of the Lambton Worm, featuring water effects, fight scenes, and stunts on a large lake, apparently including a monstrous, cursed creature that emerges from the water.
• The Lost Feather, a bird show featuring 300 birds, is staged in a purpose-built 3,600-seat arena with a massive stage inspired by a bird’s nest. The show is described as a visually stunning free-flying bird show centered around the relationship between birds and humanity.
• A Viking-themed area where warriors clash, and fires rage as part of a multi-sensory demonstration of the legendary warriors.
• A Victorian Imaginarium, where guests will enter a “Victorian library where imagination has escaped from the pages.” As they wander through an outdoor storytelling maze, guests will “encounter curious characters, inventive minds and theatrical surprises inspired by the wonder and creativity of the Victorian age.” This area will eventually tie to a larger Victorian Village planned for a future phase of development (currently targeted for 2027, subject to planning approval).

The park has also announced some future expansions as well, including The Lone Centurion (a dramatic Roman-era spectacle exploring the power, conflict, and legacy of Roman Britain), Tales of the Tudors (a vibrant theatrical experience set during one of England’s most fascinating historical periods, filled with intrigue, pageantry, and drama), Conquest of the Seas (an epic maritime adventure celebrating Britain’s seafaring heritage through large-scale action and storytelling), as well as other legendary stories such as Excalibur and Robin Hood.

According to the park, this “long-term creative vision ensures the park continues to grow and offer new reasons for visitors to return.”

Kynren – The Storied Lands is scheduled to open on July 18th, and tickets are on sale NOW! Stay tuned to AllEars for more on this themed experience as the park comes closer to opening.

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