Doors open from 10am – come early, stay all day, and immerse yourself in the Viking Festival! It’s the Viking Festival - Flag Fen’s event of the year! Step into a thrilling living history weekend with authentic Viking camps, have-a-go archery, and spectacular battle re-enactments. Packed with action, atmosphere, and hands-on fun, this unforgettable festival has something for everyone, from families and first-time explorers to history-loving adults. The Viking Festival 2026- What to expect: Explore a real-life Viking encampment Discover a Viking burial Find out all about Viking Age medicine from our Leeches and see them perform healing charms! See traditional woodworking, metalworking, weaving and cooking in action Learn about Viking food and daily life Enjoy daily storytelling sessions for children Watch weapons demonstrations and archery displays Try your hand at Archery and Axe throwing! Look out for some of the important characters around camp, and see a glimpse into their lives off the battlefield at 2.30 each day The Battle of the Holme- Each day culminates in a dramatic re-enactment of The Battle of the Holme (902 AD). Experience history brought to life as warriors clash in an unforgettable display of skill, spectacle and storytelling.