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Four Days at the Royal Armouries – over 10,000 Axes and spears Thrown | Northern Realms
Four Days at the Royal Armouries... ...and Thousands of Smiles There is something special about working at the Royal Armouries . Surrounded by history, steel, and the spirit of the past, it is the perfect setting for what we do. Over four incredible days at the Easter Joust tournament, Northern Realms delivered Viking axe throwing and spear throwing to thousands of visitors, and the response was nothing short of phenomenal. By the end of the event, we had: Over 10,000 axes
Northern Realms
Apr 72 min read


A Sustainable Solution to Waste: The Elderwood Project
The Elderwood Project began like many worthwhile initiatives. It started with a problem: a pile of discarded materials and a stubborn refusal to accept waste as inevitable. Over time, one thing became impossible to ignore. Perfectly usable wood was being thrown away at an alarming rate. Pallets, beams, boards, offcuts, furniture, and structural timber were ending up in skips or fires when they still had decades of life left in them. Wood that had already done the hard work o
Northern Realms
Dec 28, 20253 min read


Celebrating Saskia’s 30th Birthday with Northern Realms in London
This month, we ventured further than ever before with Northern Realms – all the way to London ! That's right, our Viking axes made their way to the capital to celebrate the brilliant Saskia’s 30th birthday , held at the stunning St Paul’s Parish Hall in N11 . A Medieval Feast Awaits The venue was breathtaking, and the atmosphere felt like a full medieval feast. The guests? Suited, booted, and absolutely ready for fun. We adore a good themed party, and this one certainly del
Northern Realms
Sep 9, 20252 min read


A Magical Weekend at Egton Estate: Sophie and Matt's Viking Wedding
A Journey to Remember This weekend was one for the sagas — filled with stunning scenery, eerie omens, roaring flames, and a wedding that could have pleased even the gods themselves. We made our way to the beautiful Egton Estate near Whitby , where Sophie and Matt tied the knot in truly magical fashion. The venue itself was breathtaking — rolling green hills, woodland charm, and its very own herd of alpacas . A setting fit for a modern-day Viking love story. The Perfect Retre
Northern Realms
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Feasting, Fire & Flying Axes – Northern Realms at Pool Feast
Sunshine. Smoke. Steel. And the unmistakable sound of laughter mixed with the thunk of axes meeting timber. This year’s Pool Feast at...
Northern Realms
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Love, Laughter & Lineham Legends – Meg & Sam Tie the Knot
This weekend, love was well and truly in the air — along with the scent of fresh countryside, roaring cheers, and just a hint of...
Northern Realms
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Sheep, Steel & a 1997 Ford Fiesta – Northern Realms at Arthington Show
you know it’s going to be a good day when you're surrounded by dogs, sheep, horses, tractors… and a legendary 1997 Ford Fiesta . This...
Northern Realms
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Thunder, Brotherhood & Bullseyes – Rock & Wheels Summer Bash with Northern Realms
If you could bottle a perfect summer’s day and infuse it with bikes, banter, axes, and Norse spirit — you'd have the Rock & Wheels Summer...
Northern Realms
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Steel, Sweat, Leather, and Legends: A Weekend at the MAG Summer Showcase
A Roaring Celebration of Motorcycles and Community This weekend, the Northern Realms crew hit the road and joined the action at the MAG...
Northern Realms
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Axes, Arrows & "I Do" – A Viking Wedding at Curradine Barns
Tom and Nikki Bride and Groom Some weddings have champagne.Some have confetti. This one had longbows and flying axes. Last week, the...
Northern Realms
Jul 28, 20251 min read


From Abandoned to Adored – Meet Valkyrie, Our Fierce Little Fighter
Valkyrie 4 weeks old with big sister Nola Every saga has its hero. Ours just happens to be about a kitten . Just over five weeks ago, a...
Northern Realms
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Steel, Sun & Sagas – Northern Realms at Addingham Gala
addingham gala What do you get when you combine blazing sunshine, legendary fun, and a bunch of axe-wielding heathens? Addingham Gala...
Northern Realms
Jul 28, 20252 min read


The Mead Hall Has Gone Digital – Our Store Is Now Live!
Big news from the North — the Northern Realms online store is officially open! That’s right. The longhouse doors have swung wide, and...
Northern Realms
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Official Launch of Our Fundraiser for Norðheim
We’re beyond proud (and more than a little emotional) to announce the official launch of our fundraiser for Norðheim – a living,...
Northern Realms
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Hooves of the North – Meeting the Rare Icelandic Horses of Cornmill Stud
This past weekend, the Northern Realms team had the privilege of spending time with some truly legendary creatures — and no, we don’t...
Northern Realms
Jun 21, 20252 min read


Norðheim Awakens – A Dream Worth Building
Close your eyes. Now picture this: A roaring fire at the centre of a Viking longhouse. Wooden beams creak above your head as laughter,...
Northern Realms
Jun 21, 20252 min read


Axes, Arrows & Castles: One Legendary Weekend with Northern Realms
From Durham to Windermere to Peckforton Castle—Northern Realms brought Viking axe throwing and medieval archery to summer balls and...
Northern Realms
Jun 21, 20252 min read
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