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BBC News
20-04-2025
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First phase of Kynren theme park in Bishop Auckland approved
The first phase of the construction of a historical theme park has been - The Storied Lands will be a new daytime attraction set within the wider Kynren attraction in Bishop Auckland, County plans, which include a 3,600-seated arena for a bird show, were approved by Durham County Council's planning committee on warned the new development did not support the vitality of Bishop Auckland town centre, but the council's planning officers disputed the concerns. An oval-shaped arena resembling a bird's nest will be created for The Lost Feather bird show, and will include a small lake, landscaped hillside performance area and performance show will be performed using 300 birds. A report by planning officers said the development "would not impact the vitality and viability of Bishop Auckland town centre" due to its link to the "established operation" of the Kynren also stated the plans would support Bishop Auckland, increasing footfall in the to open in summer 2026, the focus of The Storied Lands will be live action shows with storytelling stunts and music, rather than one of the park will feature five shows and immersive experiences, with themes including Neolithic Britain, Viking battles, and the gas-lit streets of Victorian Legend of the Wear performance will use water stunts to retell the Lambton Worm planning applications are expected to be submitted in due existing evening show has already generated a significant profile, generating £65.5m to the north-east of England economy, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
BBC News
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bishop Auckland Kynren attraction plans to open new theme park
Plans are being drawn up to create a historical theme park with the aim of transporting guests back in time with its - The Storied Lands will be a new daytime attraction set within the wider Kynren attraction in Bishop Auckland, County will use live action shows to educate visitors about Britain's history and CEO Anna Warnecke said it was working with Durham County Council's planning team on phased submissions for the park. She said some of the plans had "already been approved and constructed" while others were under consideration or due to be submitted in the coming months."For the past decade, we have poured passion and expertise into delivering Kynren – An Epic Tale of England, and now we are bringing that same level of scale, innovation, and magic into this new daytime attraction," she said. "You won't just witness history – you'll live it, feel it, and be moved by it." The focus of The Storied Lands will not be rides but multiple live action shows with storytelling stunts and one of the park will feature five shows and immersive experiences, with themes including Neolithic Britain, Viking battles, and the gas-lit streets of Victorian England. The Legend of the Wear performance will use water stunts to retell the Lambton Worm myth. Councillor Amanda Hopgood said the council welcomed the development plans as a new attraction for the region."As Durham County establishes itself as one of the great UK visitor destinations, this extravaganza will sit at the heart of the county's offering," she said millions of pounds would be invested in the project, which it hopes to open next year. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram. Send your story ideas here.
