JORVIK Viking Centre

Great trip today to @jorvikviking.bsky.social Centre in #York which recreates the 10th Century #Viking village in the Coppergate Part of York brilliant reconstruction with some great items from the excavations there in the 1980’s. #jorvik

Oops! It looks like we ordered too much snow... Sorry about that ❄️👀

Book your Winter Adventure now! 👇
www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk

#York #Snow #Snowy #Snowing #Winter

BREAKING NEWS at JORVIK Viking Centre 🚨📰

In a cutting-edge upgrade to JORVIK Viking Centre’s existing time travelling technology, you can take a glimpse into Viking-age York through an interactive temporal portal! 😮

Book your visit here ⬇️
www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk

#Vikings #JORVIK #History

JORVIK Viking Festival 2026! 🔥

The Vikings will return to York from 16th-22nd February 🥳

Tickets for our main events are available to purchase now ⬇️
www.jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk

#Vikings #JORVIK #Festival #York

Leoba is entering her showgirl era ✨

She's saying so long, Jorvik and heading to New York for a fortnight with Ophelia. In her wildest dreams, Leoba never imagined swapping Coppergate for Cornelia Street! 👀

#TaylorSwift #TSTheLifeofAShowgirl

Guess what? We're officially in the top 10% of attractions worldwide! 🎉

JORVIK Viking Centre has been awarded a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award once again for 2025 - and it's thanks to your amazing reviews ❤️

Come and see what everyone’s talking about 👇
www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk

Writing Magic with Cressida Cowell | JORVIK Viking Centre Join blockbuster author and illustrator Cressida Cowell to celebrate her first (hilarious) novel in the Dragon world for 10 years.

How to Train Your Dragon School: Writing Magic with Cressida Cowell ✨🐉

Join blockbuster author and illustrator Cressida Cowell to celebrate her exhibition with DIG!

Tickets are limited! Grab yours now 👇
www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/events/writi...

#Dragons #HowtoTrainYourDragon #CressidaCowell

This summer at DIG, discover Cressida Cowell's How To Train Your Dragon School! 🐲

From 21st July, explore Hiccup's bedroom and boat, our NEW DIG pit and more! 😆

More info: digyork.co.uk/cressida-cowells-dragon-school

@cressidacowell.bsky.social @hachettechildrens.bsky.social
#HowToTrainYourDragon

Introducing: Cressida Cowell's How To Train Your Dragon School! 😮

Launching 21st July here in York City Centre 🤩

Find out more here: digyork.co.uk/cressida-cow...

#HowToTrainYourDragon #New #Dragons

@cressidacowell.bsky.social
@littlevikingsyork.bsky.social
@visityork.bsky.social

This Half Term, explore 10th-century York at JORVIK Viking Centre! 🔥⚔️

Ride through the Viking-age streets, meet people from 1000 years ago, play games, hear tales, and take home a hand-struck coin 🪙

Pre book your tickets 👇
jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk

#HalfTerm #FamilyDaysOut

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Save on your adventure! ⚔️

Explore our wide range of discounts here 👇
jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/discounts

#Vikings #Discount #Offer #FamilyDayOut

Experts reveal fate of tragic Roman gladiator - more gory than film Bite marks found on a skeleton in a Roman cemetery in York have provided the first archaeological evidence of an epic battle between a gladiator and a lion.

Check out this article on our newest display! 👇

www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/...

To mark JORVIK’s 40th anniversary, we recorded interviews with members of the original project team.

This film features excerpts from those interviews and archive material, to tell the story of how this attraction came to be.

Watch here 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbGn...

Sorry about that... 👀

April Fools

Eau du Bogar might not be hitting shelves anytime soon, but we can guarantee one thing: the real scent of Viking York is still lingering here at JORVIK Viking Centre 😉

Happy April Fools’ from us (and Bogar).

#AprilFoolsDay #AprilFools #Fools #Joke

Introducing Eau de Bogar: a bold new fragrance crafted from the authentic scents of the Viking Age!

Sourced straight from the earthy bogs of Coppergate, this scent will transport you to 10th century York…🔥⚔️

Available in our gift shop today, or get yours now: jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/eaudebogar

We saved the best for last! 💩

#artefacts #history #archaeology #vikings

This afternoon we were thrilled to welcome Charlie & Daisy May Cooper to the 10th century! 🔥⚔️

We're hoping you guys weren't too bothered by the smell... 👀👃

#JORVIK #Viking #York

@jorvikviking.bsky.social "Wonder if they have these in my size?"

JORVIK Viking Festival Brings Norse Spectacle to York This Weekend - Medievalists.net The JORVIK Viking Festival is in full swing in York, with key events set to take place this weekend, drawing visitors from around the world to celebrate the city’s rich Norse heritage.

JORVIK Viking Festival Brings Norse Spectacle to York This Weekend https://www.medievalists.net/2025/02/jorvik-viking-festival-brings-norse-spectacle-to-york-this-weekend/ and follow them @jorvikviking.bsky.social #Vikings #festivals #York

I was delighted yesterday to take my friend James on his first trip to @jorvikviking.bsky.social in at least 10 years and we both got to enjoy the Northern Winter in the 10th Century.

It is a stunning set up and adds another layer of immersion to the time travel ride.

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WIN a one-of-a-kind chocolate Viking helmet!

We've teamed up with York's Chocolate Story to bring you an epic prize! Visit both attraction window displays this week for your chance to win a delicious Viking treasure!

jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/chocolate-st...

#JVF25 #Chocolate #York #Vikings

Valentine's Sale

Valentine's Sale

Valentine's Sale

Happy Valentine's Day 🥰

Fancy a romantic evening in York next weekend?! We're offering TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE at the JORVIK Viking Festival Spectacular 🔥😮

Tickets available at sale price for Valentine's day only! Book now 👇
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#JVF25 📸 Ryley Morton

Helen Thirza-Addyman Lecture - JORVIK Viking Centre at 40 - Jorvik Viking Festival This years Helen Thirza-Addyman lecture focuses on JORVIK Viking Centre as it celebrates its 40th anniversary.

JORVIK opened its doors on Saturday, April 14, 1984. Join Chris Tuckley, Head of Interpretation & Learning at York Archaeology, for a look back at how this attraction came to be.

Book tickets here 👇
jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/events/helen-thirza-addyman-lecture-jorvik-viking-centre-at-40/

#JVF25

Discounts & Giftcards | JORVIK Viking Centre We provide lots of different discounts you can take full advantage of. Before you book please check which ones we support.

Hi George, thanks for contacting us. This discount includes Historic Scotland, but is not valid for family tickets. Each member of the party must present a valid membership. You can find more information here: www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/discounts/

📣 Help us shape the new DIG website and get FREE tickets to JORVIK Viking Festival! 🌟

What’s in it for you?
FREE entry to 'Evening Spectacular' on Saturday 22nd February as a thank-you for effort!

If you're interested, please get in touch with us at
Jorvik.Webmaster@yorkat.co.uk

Don't forget to enter our #giveaway

The Art of Illustration Workshop - Jorvik Viking Festival Join illustrator Katie Smith for a workshop where she will explore her creative process behind the new Viking Top Trumps design

Join talented illustrator Katie Smith for an exclusive event where she will share insights into her creative process, discussing how she designed the artwork for the new Vikings Top Trumps cards!

More info 👉 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/events/the-a...

#JVF25 #Illustration

The ULTIMATE February Half Term Giveaway!
Win passes for a family of 5 to the JORVIK Viking Festival Spectacular 😱

Just follow us, like this post and tag someone in the comments! (Share for an extra entry 👀)

Winner will be selected 12th Feb. Giveaway is not affiliated with Bluesky.

#Giveaway #Win

JORVIK Viking Festival 2025

Don't forget to grab your tickets for the JORVIK Viking Festival headline events! ⚔️🔥

Limited spaces are still available for the Viking Feast, Viking Games & Festival Spectacular. Book now 👉 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk

#JVF25 #Vikings #York #Festival