Irish Viking Settlement Downpatrick, County Down - (Historical Re-enactment Village Documentary)

Philip Campbell and the Magnus Vkings have created a wonderful opportunity for people to experience authentic Viking life. No attention to detail is spared at this very appropriate location just two miles from the grave of a Norwegian King, just outside historic Downpatrick Town.
The Vikings carved a pivotal role in Irish history, notably in the North and Western Scotland where they assimilated into a hybrid warrior culture, the Norse Gaels, whose maritime exploits, scholastic endeavours and sea linked kingdoms set the tone of the region for centuries of conflict and settlement. In this film, I've included some commentary from 19C writer William Sharp, a key figure in the recognition and understanding of these half Gaelic, half Norse people.
Find out more about the authentic Viking village near Downpatrick here:
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[@garychynne1377]

they actually over lapped the shield wall and pressed forward like playing ruger. good stuff. have fun

[@multymedia5320]

great vid

[@Raventooth]

Oh yes, we are still among us! ;-)

[@tedmccanna7164]

Great video , Ireland is so beatiful its no wonder the vikings and so many other invaders wanted to make it theirs. A truly magical land.

[@sourceresearch9092]

Absolutely brilliantly put together project. Skal

[@seenbygreen6838]

Hey just checked back and saw that the vid is up I look so weird in that

[@Irelandscapes]

I think you guys came across really well - the film was well received. Hope you are up for another one!

[@PREPFORIT]

A Great Video. I will definitely check out Everything Viking when I visit again. I only remember the ulster folk museum at the time I was there last.

[@Irelandscapes]

Thanks Prep! I'm going back to this settlement, it really needs a day or two to absorb the various features and skills. Folk museum still great, should be back open in the next week or two.