Original Viking Walk

Est. 2015. Private tours & groups by appointment only. Can run anytime; starts at Clifford's Tower. Lasts for 90-120 mins. Contact us for prices or see Viator.

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

🚌🗡️ Fairly certain York is the only city where you can openly ride the bus whilst armed to the teeth.

#ThingsToDoInYork #VikingHistory #ExploreYorkshire #YorkTourism #YorkWalkingTour @YorkWalksOrig

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Hi all,
Been getting a lot of enquiries recently about Viking Walks. Unfortunately due to the continued pandemic, and apparent government insanity, all tours remain suspended.
Thank you for your continued interest, and sorry for the inconvenience. I hope everyone is staying safe!

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

@Mr_Martinez75 Hi Phil,
Thank you for your interest in the OVW.
I am looking at the possibility of continuing Viking Walks for schools in the coming academic year. I cannot promise they will happen but fingers crossed.
All the best,
Neil
Aka Sigwulf

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Dear Original Viking Walk fans,
I'm sad to say that due to the way things have been since the start of the pandemic, we are continuing to suspend all tours until further notice. I'm very sorry to disappoint you but hope to welcome you on one of our tours in the near future.
Neil

[Neil Tattersall t/a Northern Forge @NorthernForge]

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[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

@palengreda Nice bit of free advertising if used.

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And just when I thought I'd got everything in order, and was about to share tour times and dates, along comes the novel corona virus (Covid-19). Pants!
So here is an apology to you AND your obligatory Covid post from me.
Stay safe and be kind to each other!
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[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Hello Viking Walk fans!
I realise I've not posted on here since November, Which was also the last scheduled tour. I'm very sorry!
Since becoming a dad, moving house, and Xmas got in the way, I've also been incredible busy with fighty work so didn't put out 2020's dates.
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[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Don't be put off by the rain!

Join Sigwulf for the last regular* Viking Walk of the year, tonight!

6pm start, bottom of Clifford's Tower steps.

*Private Bookings available (subject to availability) all year round.

#Vikings #York #Tour #History #BringABrolly☔

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

The OVW is happening at 6pm this evening. Don't be put off by a little rain.

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

@murphysteph15 @SMurphyMakes72 @paulmurphy1812 And you didn't come meet Hazel? I'm shocked, I tell ya!? x

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Hello Viking fans!
Been a bit quiet lately what with having a little baby and all. Got several bookings for this evening mind so walk-ups will not be disappointed.
6pm, bottom of Clifford's Tower!
See you all later.

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

What a difference a day makes, so they say & they're right!

Top picture from Sunday morning, after a lovely tour with 63 Argentineans. ☀️

Bottom picture from Monday afternoon, after a rather damp tour with 99 Mancunians. 🌧

#yorkminster #viking #tour #tourism #vikings #history

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

After a very wet Viking Walk with 90 Mancunian children yesterday, it was time for the obligatory Viking group selfie!
Many thanks to my stalwart colleagues, Adam & Thom aka Yngvar & Hrothgar.

https://t.co/aDcWEeyhCu

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[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

As there is a booking for tonight's tour I will definitely be there, and walk ups will not be disappointed.
See you later.
#vikings #BankHolidayWeekend #summerholidays #history #tour #York

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

This is by no means an end to the OVW, just a better, more constructive use of time.

TL;DR If there are no bookings 24 hours before the scheduled start time, I won't be there to lead the tour.

Many thanks for your continued support!
Neil x

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

Hello Viking Walk fans,
I feel an explanation is in order.

Recently I've had to cancel a fair few tours, which makes me very unhappy, and frustrates many of you, I'm sure. The trouble is as much as I love entertaining people on my Viking Walks...

[Original Viking Walk @VikingWalk]

I'll not be turning up in the hope that interested parties walk up (though you are welcome to chance it, I cannot guarantee I'll be there).
I've set up two booking sites now through Fareharbor, and Tripadvisor (check its my tour though!) to make booking easier for all of us...