Join Orkney Time Travel for a Viking Feast on the Beach at the fabulous sandy beach of Scapa just outside of Kirkwall. Living history guided tour with historical food, storytelling and activities around the campfire.

There will be a warm meal. Together, we cook over open fire and eat the Viking way. And drink from a drinking horn, naturally. You will also get the opportunity to bake your own Viking bread and make your own butter to go with it.

When arriving at Scapa you will be met by a Viking expert and storyteller, and an outdoor cook and craftsman, both in costume, who together give insight into everyday life in Viking Orkney. Around the campfire you will enjoy storytelling, play a Viking game, and learn Viking skills such as cooking, rune writing and rope braiding or weaving techniques.

Practical information

We meet at the car park by the beach toilets at Scapa.

Booking is essential to allow us to bring the right amount of food. Please book at least 24 hours in advance. The earlier you book, the easier you make it for us – thank you!

Health and safety information

We are cleared by Visit Scotland's Covid "Good to Go" scheme. There will be social distancing in place, and other precautions to avoid infection. We ask that adults must be vaccinated or have taken a recent Covid home test before participating.

We follow food hygiene standards and regulations and are food hygiene certified.

The meal consists of a soup or stew containing meat or chicken and vegetables, with bread and butter. The recipe used may vary on different dates. You can request a vegetarian and/or gluten free option (vegetable soup or stew).

We are accredited by the Scottish Tourist Guides Association and covered by their insurance.

Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult, who is responsible for them at all times, as there will be open fire and water nearby. No dogs please.

The Viking Feast on the Beach goes ahead in all weather except if the Met Office has issued a weather warning. We are, after all, Vikings. It is important for your own comfort to come dressed for the weather on the day, including warm and waterproof clothing if necessary.

Due to Covid restrictions we are currently restricted to a maximum of 12 guests. Children aged 11 or under do not count towards this number, and come free of charge.

Please note that although children are very welcome, the event is not primarily aimed at young children. The target age group is 12+ adult and senior.

Regrettably there is no wheelchair access to this beach, and participants must be able to descend some steps. (But please contact us if you are interested in a Viking Feast in a different and more accessible location and we will see what we can do for you).

There are toilets at Scapa Beach by the carpark.