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Kynren’s The Storied Lands named a European Top New Attraction
Kynren’s The Storied Lands won a European Top New Attraction award at the 2026 Parksmania Awards.
The daytime attraction is in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, and opened in July 2026.
It adds daytime performances to Kynren’s established night show, An Epic Tale of England.
Five live productions bring history, myth and legend to life, including an equestrian show and a water-based performance.
Unlike traditional theme parks, The Storied Lands focuses on live shows rather than mechanical rides.
The award recognises new attractions across Europe, alongside past recipients such as Disneyland Paris and Puy du Fou.
The award gives international recognition to Kynren in its first season, according to chief executive Anna Warnecke.
The sources do not agree on what happens next: one says a new production is planned for July 2027, while another lists it among the current shows.
Kynren – The Storied Lands was named a European Top New Attraction at the 2026 Parksmania Awards.
The award was presented to Kynren Chief Executive Anna Warnecke and Chief Technical Officer Graham Emerson at a ceremony near Verona, Italy, on October 9.
The daytime attraction opened in Bishop Auckland on July 18, alongside Kynren’s established night show, An Epic Tale of England.
Its five productions bring history, myth and legend to life through live performances.
- Who
- Kynren – The Storied Lands won the award.
- What
- It was named a European Top New Attraction at the 2026 Parksmania Awards.
- When
- The award was presented on October 9, 2026.
- Where
- The ceremony was at Movieland Park near Verona, Italy. The attraction is in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
- Why
- The awards recognise parks, experiences and new attractions across Europe.
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The Storied Lands opened in Bishop Auckland as a daytime attraction.
The Parksmania Awards presented the European Top New Attraction award to Kynren representatives at Movieland Park near Verona.
- Award
- European Top New Attraction, 2026 Parksmania Awards
- Ceremony
- October 9, Movieland Park near Verona, Italy
- Location
- Bishop Auckland, County Durham
- Opening date
- July 18, 2026
- Productions
- Five immersive shows
- Kynren representatives
- Anna Warnecke and Graham Emerson
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What people are saying
To receive international recognition in our very first season is a wonderful moment for everyone who has helped bring The Storied Lands to life.
There are extraordinary theme parks across Europe, but our attractions bring the thrills and excitement of live performances directly to audiences.