Viking Age

On the occasion of the opening of the exhibition "Horsebows: Archaeology. Reconstruction.

Free to attend. Fire always leaves its mark and a wealth of information behind. This conference aims to explore these events by bringing together ideas from across archaeological and anthropological sub-disciplines. Registration now extended until 31 March 2019.

Where: UCL Institute of Archaeology, 31-34 Gordon Square, Kings Cross, London WC1H 0PY, UK

An intensive action-packed day of training in the skills of Viking warriors, including shield walls, wrestling, Viking chess and swordsmanship, finishing off with authentic Viking feast games testing participants strength, coordination, agility and stamina.

In this workshop, learn the art of tapestry weaving. Woven Tapestry is a process of weaving an image into a piece of woven cloth. Master weaver Terry Dunne will teach many of the skills and techniques of making a tapestry from scratch. Work on your own tapestry weaving frame and yarns and colours will build to make your own tapestry.

€150 per participant  

Using sharp wood chisels and a timber mallet from your own tool cabinet, you will learn various techniques while creating a two-dimensional Celtic piece in lime wood. This one-day course is perfect for complete beginners. Wood carving is a skill which requires practice and lots of people choose to repeat the day as there are many different carving options.

€95 per participant

The One Stop Shop for Historically accurate goods

Our craftspeople provide goods and services of the highest quality to Museums, Historic Houses, Theatres, Film Companies, Re-enactors and Local Authorities.

Recognised as the largest event of its kind in Europe; visit York in February 2020 for an exciting programme of events, including living history encampments, markets, workshops, talks, tours and dramatic combat performances.  Whether you’re well-versed in the sagas or looking for a thrilling half-term break, there’s something for everyone at JORVIK Viking Festival.