{"id":4856,"date":"2025-05-22T18:54:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T17:54:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4856"},"modified":"2025-05-22T18:54:59","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T17:54:59","slug":"step-back-in-time-with-our-kynren-county-durham-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/05\/22\/step-back-in-time-with-our-kynren-county-durham-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Step Back in Time with Our Kynren &amp; County Durham Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49-700x479.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4858\" style=\"width:839px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49-700x479.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49-300x205.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49-768x525.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49-88x60.png 88w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.49.png 1319w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a holiday that combines breathtaking history, stunning scenery, and a truly unforgettable performance? Join us on our <strong>6-day tour to County Durham<\/strong>, culminating in a visit to <strong>Kynren<\/strong>, the world-renowned live-action show that brings 2,000 years of British history to life in spectacular fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Kynren?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The centrepiece of this tour is <strong>Kynren \u2013 an epic tale of England<\/strong>, performed on a 7\u00bd-acre stage with a cast and crew of over 1,000. This award-winning outdoor show features dazzling special effects, pyrotechnics, daring stunts, and dramatic storytelling that spans from Roman times through the World Wars. With <strong>deluxe seating<\/strong> included, you\u2019ll have the best view of this breathtaking journey through British history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58-700x453.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58-700x453.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58-768x497.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58-93x60.png 93w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.47.58.png 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Journey Through County Durham\u2019s Rich Heritage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>But Kynren is just one part of this exciting tour. Over six days, we explore some of the North East\u2019s most historic and picturesque locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beamish Museum<\/strong> \u2013 Spend a full day at this beloved open-air museum, vividly recreating life in the 1800s and early 1900s with vintage trams, a working farm, and traditional shops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Durham City<\/strong> \u2013 Take a guided tour of this stunning cathedral city, followed by free time to discover its historic streets at your own pace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Bowes Museum<\/strong> \u2013 Visit this majestic French-style chateau with its extraordinary collection of fine and decorative art, including the famous Silver Swan automaton.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Richmond &amp; Swaledale<\/strong> \u2013 Discover the Georgian charm of Richmond and enjoy a scenic drive through the Yorkshire Dales, stopping at the fascinating Swaledale Museum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stamford<\/strong> \u2013 Begin your journey with a visit to this beautiful conservation town, perfect for a relaxing lunch and a gentle stroll through its historic streets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11-700x430.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11-700x430.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11-98x60.png 98w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.11.png 1434w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Hotel: Redworth Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll stay at the <strong>four-star Redworth Hall Hotel<\/strong>, a stunning Jacobean manor surrounded by landscaped grounds. With stylish bedrooms, an indoor pool, spa, and wellness facilities, it&#8217;s the ideal base for a relaxing and luxurious break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Visit the hotel website: <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.redworthhalldurham.co.uk\">www.redworthhalldurham.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tour Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All Coach Travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Door-to-Door Service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Half Board Accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deluxe Seats for Kynren<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrance to Beamish Museum, Bowes Museum &amp; Swaledale Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided City Tour of Durham<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scenic Drives and Cultural Excursions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Thursday 28 August 2025<br><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 6 Days<br><strong>From:<\/strong> \u00a3819 per person<br><strong>Single Room Supplement:<\/strong> \u00a3175<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/holidays\/kynren-county-durham\/3130\">Click here to view the tour and book online<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Few Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kynren is an outdoor evening performance (starting at 8.15pm), so please dress appropriately and be aware that umbrellas are not permitted. Some walking is involved, including getting to the seating area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02-700x238.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02-700x238.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02-768x261.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02-177x60.png 177w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.44.02.png 1099w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"417\" data-id=\"4861\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25-700x417.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25-700x417.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25-101x60.png 101w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.25.png 1454w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" data-id=\"4862\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36-700x436.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36-700x436.png 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36-768x478.png 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36-96x60.png 96w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-22-at-18.48.36.png 1386w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a holiday that combines breathtaking history, stunning scenery, and a truly unforgettable performance? Join us on our 6-day tour to County Durham, culminating in a visit to Kynren, the world-renowned live-action show that brings 2,000 years of British &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/05\/22\/step-back-in-time-with-our-kynren-county-durham-tour\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Step Back in Time with Our Kynren &amp; County Durham Tour<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4859,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[256,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4856","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-coach-holidays","category-events-festivals"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4856"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4856"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4856\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4863,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4856\/revisions\/4863"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4859"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4856"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4856"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4856"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}