Steel, Sun & Sagas – Northern Realms at Addingham Gala

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What do you get when you combine blazing sunshine, legendary fun, and a bunch of axe-wielding heathens?

Addingham Gala 2025, of course – and Northern Realms was proud to be right in the thick of it!

This year’s theme was Myths & Legends, and let’s be honest… we felt right at home. While most were donning fairies and knights, we rolled in with axes, arrows, and Norse spirit, bringing the old gods to the heart of Yorkshire.

The sun was relentless – a true test of our Viking resilience – but that didn’t stop hundreds of brave souls from stepping up to our axe-throwing and archery lanes to unleash their inner warrior. Whether they were 6 or 60, everyone left grinning (and probably a little sunburnt).

Alongside the axe-hurling mayhem, we set up our fundraising stall for Norðheim – our dream Viking village project. From handcrafted Norse merch to tales of longhouses and firelit feasts, we shared our vision with the amazing folk of Addingham, and we were blown away by the support, curiosity, and generosity we received. Every donation, every conversation, every coin in the bucket helps bring Norðheim that much closer to life.

We want to send a massive THANK YOU to everyone who came by, had a go, had a chat, or even just cheered us on. Events like this remind us why we’re doing this – to connect with community, revive heritage, and keep the sagas alive.

The gods were definitely smiling on us (and possibly trying to roast us alive), but we left inspired, sun-soaked, and more determined than ever.

Until next time, Addingham –Skol!