ANCESTRAL NEST - Vikings & Slavs Heritage Show

Welcome to the 2nd edition of Ancestral Nest at Swords Castle! 🎊

Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring:

• 🗡️ Viking combat shows
• 🎶 Traditional singing and folk music
• 🏺 Craft demonstrations
• 🍽️ Delicious feasting with traditional cuisine

📍 Location:

Swords Castle, Bridge St, Townparks, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 X439

🔥 Event Highlights:

• ⚔️ 1v1 Warriors tournament
• ⚔️ 5v5 Bridge fight
• ⚔️ Eastern style line fighters show
• ⚔️ Galloglass display and armor presentation
• ⛺️ Vikings and Slavs village with engaging displays
• 🎭 Traditional dance workshop hosted by Natalia Klamann from Balfolk Poland
• 🎨 Ceramic and Wicker workshops
• 🫟 Tattoo studio to explore
• ⚔️ Full-contact medieval armored combat (Buhurt)
• 🎤 White song performances featuring the 🎶 folk band Kukawica
• 💇‍♀️ Discover Viking hairstyles
• 🎧 Enjoy a Live DJ atmosphere

🎫 Book your ticket today: Ancestral Nest Tickets

Admission is free, but donations are warmly welcomed to support our reenactors and workshop teachers. ❤️

Festival Info:

This unique event celebrates the historical bonds between Vikings and Slavs within the beautiful setting of an Irish castle. We aim to highlight the enriching cultural influences they had on each other and on Ireland, fostering understanding and community through our shared past.

🤝 Celebrate with us at the Polish–Irish Festival at Swords Castle!

Stay tuned for more updates!

📩 For inquiries, please contact us at: info@polonicaeire.com or reach us on WhatsApp: 089 411 3471.