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Dr Andrew Higgins @ashiggins.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
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
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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.
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DIG @jorvikdig.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
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
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DIG @jorvikdig.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
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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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Save on your adventure! ⚔️ Explore our wide range of discounts here 👇 jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/discounts #Vikings #Discount #Offer #FamilyDayOut
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DIG @jorvikdig.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Check out this article on our newest display! 👇 www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/...
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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.
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York Archaeology @yorkarchaeology.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
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...
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
We saved the best for last! 💩 #artefacts #history #archaeology #vikings
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
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
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Suzanne Martin @gythainjeans.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
@jorvikviking.bsky.social "Wonder if they have these in my size?"
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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
JORVIK Viking Festival Brings Norse Spectacle to York This Weekend www.medievalists.net/2025/02/jorvik… and follow them @jorvikviking.bsky.social #Vikings #festivals #York
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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.
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Soul Chaser Becky @soulchaserbecky.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
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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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
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 👇 yat.digitickets.co.uk/event-ticket... #JVF25 📸 Ryley Morton
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York Archaeology @yorkarchaeology.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
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
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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.
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DIG @jorvikdig.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
📣 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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Don't forget to enter our #giveaway
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
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
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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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
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
JORVIK Viking Festival 2025
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
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
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
JORVIK Viking Festival is named the Best Family Festival in York! ⚔️🔥 Once again, our February Half Term extravaganza has won the Little Vikings Award 🥳 Tickets are still available for the headline events at #JVF25 - Book now! 👉 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk #Winner #LittleVikings #Awards #Vikings
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
Solve your family, friends, and even professional disputes the Viking way; by beating them at JORVIK Viking Centre Top Trumps! ⚔️ From today, you can pick up a pack from our gift shop or online 👇 jorvikshop.com Don’t go Berserk! 🤪 #JORVIK #TopTrumps
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
A Winter Adventure at JORVIK Viking Centre will be in place until 23rd February, the end of JORVIK Viking Festival 2025! 🥳❄️ There's still plenty of time to experience a snowy day in 10th century Coppergate 👇 jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk #JORVIKWinter #Winter #Vikings #York
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Happy New Year from JORVIK Viking Centre ⚔️🎇 We're looking forward to seeing what 2025 holds... This Viking can't wait for JORVIK Viking Festival! #NewYear #Celebrate #JORVIKWinter #JVF25
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Days Out Yorkshire @yorkshiredays.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Date For Your 2025 Diary : Jorvik Viking Festival From 17th to 23rd February #York - Viking Encampment - Berserker Bootcamp - Viking Poo! - Immersive Theatre - The Viking Games and much more. Free and ticketed events. @jorvikviking.bsky.social jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk
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Home - Jorvik Viking Festival
Get ready for the Vikings to takeover York once again as the JORVIK Viking Festival arrives this February half-term.
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
Merry Christmas! ❄️ If you’re planning a trip to York's ORIGINAL Christmas market, check out our Christmas opening times! 23rd December: 9am-5pm 24th-26th December: Closed 27th-30th December: 9am-5pm 31st December: 9am-2pm 1st January: 11am-5pm 2nd-5th January: 9am-5pm 6th January Onwards: 10am-5pm
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York Archaeology @yorkarchaeology.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
One of our favourite projects this year was Viking Britain stamps! 📪 Royal Mail sent us a copy of their 2024 Yearbook, which we're giving away to one of our followers 😮 To be in with a chance: - Like this post - Tag a friend (Repost for a bonus entry!) Winner selection 03/02/25 #Giveaway
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Merry Christmas! 🎄🌟⛄ Fancy a festive trip to the 10th century? We're giving away a Family Ticket for 5 😮 To enter, just like this post and tag someone in the comments! Giveaway is not Affiliated with Meta, X or Bluesky. Winner will be selected 23/12/24
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Christmas number 1 anyone? ⚔️🎄 We're sure you'll agree our marketing team have incredible voices... Merry Christmas! 🥶✨ #JORVIKWinter #Winter #12DaysofChristmas #Christmas #York #Vikings
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Don't forget! We have the perfect addition to your elfies this winter ❄️ You'll be looking pine in one of our tree-mendous Christmas jumpers 🎄🌟 There's Noel time like the present! 👉 jorvikshop.com/retro-range #Christmas #Jumper #Present
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Step back in time this festive season and join us for a truly unique Christmas experience 🌟 JORVIK Yule will take place on 19th December (includes mince pie and mulled wine or non-alcoholic option!) Spaces are limited, so book your place now: jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/events/jorvi...
People drinking around a campfire with a Viking
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Anyone fancy a winter adventure?! ❄️ www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk 🥶
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Experience the JORVIK Viking Festival Evening Spectacular! ⚔️ Join us as we journey into the heart of a Viking myth with trickery, beauty, death and curses in our Tale of Tyrfing; The Cursed Sword! Book your EARLY BIRD tickets now 👇 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk #Vikings #JVF25
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Two teams face off in the Viking Games! ⚔️ Contestants battle it out in a test of strength, skill, cunning and wisdom with Odin as the referee. Expect combat, impressive feats of endurance and plenty of laughs along the way! Book your tickets 👇 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/events/vikin... #JVF25
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
To celebrate the launch of The Royal Mint's Odin bullion bars, we're giving away a 10oz silver bar! 😱 You'll receive a giveaway entry when you: - Follow us - Like or share this post - Sign up to our Mailing List We'll be in touch with the winner 25/11/24. Giveaway is not affiliated with Bluesky.
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
The Viking Feast! 🍽️🍷 Experience an authentic candle lit Viking banquet in the historic Merchant Adventurers’ Hall. Book your tickets 👉 jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/events/jorvi... This event is sponsored by Nidhoggr Mead Co. #JVF25
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Sleigh what?! We have the perfect addition to your elfies this winter ❄️ Yule be looking pine in one of our tree-mendous Christmas jumpers 🎄🌟 There's Noel time like the present! 👉 jorvikshop.com/retro-range #Christmas #Jumper #Present
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AromaPrime Themed Scents @aromaprime.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
This guy has lived through some stinks... 🌲🦌💩🐖🔥🥬
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
This winter, experience AD 975 like never before ❄️ From 11th November - 23rd February, step into the icy world of the Vikings! Discover how they braved the cold during the long, dark Yorkshire months. Book your visit ⬇️ www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk #JORVIKWinter 📸 Charlotte Graham
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JORVIK Viking Centre @jorvikviking.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
Hey Bluesky! 👋🥶💩
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