This weekend saw the Vikings take over the shores of Skegness.

This weekend saw the Vikings take over the shores of Skegness.

Saturday and Sunday at the Village Church Farm saw two rival groups set up camp which attracted visitors from all over the country to witness what it was like to live in those times. The deputy mayor of Skegness opened the event and touched on the link between The heritage of Skegness and the Vikings.

Saturday evening from 5pm the Vikings stormed the beach and battled it out in front of impressive crowds. The weather did not seem to put attendees off as hundreds lined up to spectate - some even enjoying an ice cream from local kiosks. The battle was followed by a spectacular fire juggling display and finished by fireworks.

‘The event was a huge success and it was great to see people who had travelled to the area especially for this. One family had come from Chester and stayed in a caravan for the weekend because their son was learning about Vikings at school.’ Harriet Lawton - Visit Lincs Coast

We would like to thank both Viking groups involved Wuffa and The Dragon Shields for putting on a fantastic re-enactment, The Village Church Farm for hosting them and for everyone who wrapped up and braved the elements to make this event successful.