Vikings at the Priory: Beowulf, and the Dragon’s Hoard, The Legend of Our Hoard
- 14th June
About This Event
Leominster Morris, puppeteer Andrew Purvin and the Priory Arts Players present the old tale of Beowulf plus a new drama about the Herefordshire Hoard.
This unique performance will feature the beautiful puppetry of Andrew Purvin, bringing to life part of the famous tale of Beowulf and the dragon, told in Old English (Anglo Saxon) with a poetic modern English translation. The story explores courage, good versus evil, loyalty, generosity, the heroic code, and the meaning of life's real treasure.
This will be followed by a performance in drama, song and dance about a new interpretation of the Hereford Hoard, and its possible connection to Leominster Priory. Leominster Morris will feature in unfamiliar ways! Suitable for all ages, but beware of some shocking moments.
This event is part of the Vikings at the Priory programme which runs from 27 May to 22 June. Visit: www.prioryarts.org.uk
‘Vikings at the Priory’ is a collaborative project created by Priory Arts with support from Leominster Town Council, the Margaret Allen Foundation and Leominster PCC, with funding provided by Herefordshire Museums & Galleries, The Eveson Trust, The Elmley Foundation, Herefordshire Community Foundation, Our Place Leominster, Rotary Club Leominster
Admission / Ticket Info:
Sunday 14th June 2026 at 6pm £5 per person, under 16 free Please book ahead at www.prioryarts.org.uk or in person at Leominster Information Centre or by phone 01568 616460, or pay on the door.
Disabled Access:
Generally no disabled parking at the church. Please drop people off at the door to the church by driving through the gates on Church Street and exiting the church drive through the gates into The Grange. If you do need a disabled parking space please call ahead 01568 612124.
Disabled Facilities:
Disabled toilet. Hearing loop. Wheelchair ramp inside the building to move between levels. This ancient building has many different floor levels and steps which are worn or uneven in places, so please take extra care or seek assistance when moving around.
