Guests can dine through the centuries with Romans, Tudors and Vikings as part of an immersive pre-show feast experience at Kynren – An Epic Tale of England.
Kynren is adding a new layer to its storytelling this summer with the launch of The Time Travellers’ Feast – a pre-show dining experience that allows guests to step into the world of Kynren before the performance begins.
Designed as the opening chapter of a full Kynren evening, the experience blends historic storytelling, theatrical encounters and generous shared dining before guests take their seats for the award-winning live-action spectacular performed on a vast outdoor stage in Bishop Auckland.
Hosted in the Arches Hall, guests are welcomed to the feast by characters from across history and guided by torchlight and music to their tables, where a three-course meal is served to share to encourage conversation and a sense of shared adventure.
The menu travels through the centuries – with a Roman welcome cocktail followed by a Tudor-style sharing starter, a hearty Viking feast for the main course, and a Victorian dessert all prepared by Kynren’s in-house chefs.
Generous platters are served on long banquet tables filled with rustic breads, flavoured butters and charcuterie inspired by Tudor dining halls; flame-grilled meat skewers and seasonal roasted vegetables echoing Viking fire feasts; and Queen’s tarts and other Victorian sweet treats to finish.
Throughout the evening, characters from different eras appear among the tables, bringing moments of music, humour and spectacle that echo the scale and drama of the live show that follows.
“The Time Travellers’ Feast is about setting the tone for the evening,” said Kynren’s Anna Warnecke. “It allows guests to step into Kynren’s world before they take their seats for the performance. We wanted it to feel generous, welcoming and surprising – a shared experience that brings people together and makes the journey through history feel immediate and alive.”
Following the feast, guests make their way to the outdoor tribune to experience Kynren – An Epic Tale of England, with a cast and crew of more than 1,000 volunteers bringing 2,000 years of British history, myth and legend to life.
From summer 2026, visitors will also be able to explore Kynren – The Storied Lands, a new daytime park featuring spectacular live shows, immersive environments and historic storytelling throughout the day before the evening performance.
Priced at £68 per person, The Time Travellers’ Feast includes a Roman-inspired welcome cocktail, a three-course sharing feast, a glass of wine served with the main course, and tea or coffee to finish.
The Time Travellers’ Feast must be booked in addition to a valid ticket for Kynren – An Epic Tale of England. Places are limited for each performance and must be booked in advance at www.kynren.com
