WALKERS can explore the last days of the Vikings in England when two special battlefield walks take place near York later this month.

The Jorvik Group, which runs the Jorvik Viking Centre in York, has organised the guided walks of the Fulford and Stamford Bridge battlefields of 1066.

The Battle of Gate Fulford Walk takes place on Sunday September 21, with the Stamford Bridge walk taking place the week after on Sunday September 28.

Each walk costs £4 for adults and £3 concessions, and pre-booking is recommended by calling The JORVIK Group Reservation Line on 01904 615505 or booking online at www.jorvikbookings.com