Artists impressions of the park show people enjoying immersive experiences (Image: Kynren – The Storied Lands)
A new theme park that promises to « immerse visitors in a time-travelling adventure », is set to open in Bishop Auckland, County Durham this summer.
Kynren – The Storied Lands will be part of Kynren Park, famous for its immersive weekly summer shows recounting England’s history. These performances unfold on a 7.5-acre stage, featuring over 1,000 volunteers, dazzling special effects, and pyrotechnics. The upcoming theme park, currently awaiting final planning consent, would operate as a daytime attraction, inviting guests to wander around freely and experience various historical lands.
Kynren currently host a history themed stage show (Image: Getty)
Preliminary details about the park promise: « Action, thrilling stunts, incredible performances, immersive storytelling, epic music and innovative technology ». Phase one of the park, due to open in Summer 2026, will include five immersive experiences, each representing its own historical period.
Proposed attractions include Land of the Vikings, where guests can witness Viking life, complete with warrior battles. An area dubbed Legend of the Wear is set to showcase water stunts, whilst The Lost Feather pays tribute to the many beautiful bird species from across the globe.
Victorian Adventure offers an opportunity to » Step into an immersive Victorian adventure and meet some larger than life characters », whilst Fina promises a grand display of medieval knights battling on horseback, featuring daring stunts.
An artists impression shows one of the new lands (Image: Kynren)
Future developments are also in the pipeline, featuring historical narratives including the Tudors, Excalibur, and Robin Hood. The plans have already excited theme park enthusiasts, with Time Out naming it one of the best new things to do in the UK in 2026.
An announcement made earlier this year revealed that performers were developing a spectacular, conservation-focused bird display, which organisers stated would « connect people with rare and endangered species ».
Anna Warnecke, Kynren’s CEO, commented at the time: « Approval of the plans for The Lost Feather is another momentous step forward for Kynren – The Storied Lands. Every aspect of the entire park has been carefully thought through and designed, building on the expertise gained from delivering Kynren’s night shows, and we’re all incredibly pleased we can continue to progress our exciting ideas to produce an epic park that will help boost the local economy and community. »
The Lost Feather will focus on the beauty of birds (Image: Kynren)
Jonathan Ruffer, founder of 11Arches, the charity behind Kynren, previously said in a statement: « When the first quivering shovel went into the land at Flatts Farm, ten years ago, onlookers were united that the grand plan for a night show, which might or might not be called, Kynren, was completely bonkers. »
He continued: « As we prepare for the opening of Kynren, The Storied Lands, there is excitement a-plenty. What a difference those ten years have made! Kynren’s success has not only made the day park possible, but it has provided a springboard for its opening next year. »
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