Wild North is a furry convention held inside Lumley Castle, a 14th-century fortress in Chester-le-Street in northeast England. The event is capped at approximately 100 attendees and grew from 60 in 2024 to a full 100 in 2025, raising over £1,000 for Little Paws Ferret Rescue.
Running over the September 18-21, 2026 weekend, the convention presents an "Age of Heroes" theme.
Wild North is built around companionship, relaxed socialization, and the roleplay potential of its castle setting. Rather than pursuing large attendance numbers, the convention caps at approximately 100 attendees. This deliberate limitation preserves the intimate, historic atmosphere of the castle, giving each attendee a more personal weekend experience.
Reaching a 14th-century castle requires slightly different logistics than a city-center hotel:
The housing setup is central to the convention's appeal:
Wild North 2025 took place in the historic 14th-century Lumley Castle, hosting a capacity crowd of 100 attendees. The event raised over £1,000 for Paws Ferret Rescue in its uniquely atmospheric setting.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Sep 18-21 | Age of Heroes | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2025 | Sep 26-29 | Haunted Halls | 100 | £1,083.39(Little Paws Ferret Rescue) | None Announced |
2024 | TBA | The Enchanted Forest | 60 | £1,083.39(Paws Ferret Rescue) | None Announced |
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