Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale Crewneck Sweatshirt — Dark Gothic Forest — Unisex
S / Black
£45.99
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Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale Crewneck Sweatshirt — Dark Gothic Forest — Unisex
£45.99
Some Posts Are Never Abandoned
The Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale is a premium unisex Sweatshirt which features historical ghostly Viking artwork available in Black.
A thousand years after the battle, the sentinels of Kingley Vale are still at their post. The ancient yew grove in West Sussex is one of Britain's most atmospheric landscapes — a place where the trees themselves seem to watch, where the mist moves with purpose, and where the silence carries the weight of something unfinished. The Viking warriors buried here never truly stood down. On this sweatshirt, they appear as they have always been: shoulder to shoulder, shield to shield, a wall of the dead keeping watch over ground they paid for in blood. The arc of text above them names them for what they are. The heavy fleece wraps you in the same quiet authority. Wear it when the weather turns and the evenings close in early — on long walks through woodland, at folk sessions in low-lit pubs, or layered under a wax jacket when the mist comes down.
Product Features
- Medium-heavy 8.0 oz (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton-poly blend for warmth and structure
- Tubular knit (no side seams) with ribbed collar and double-needle stitching
- DTG front print for crisp, detailed ghostly artwork
- OEKO-TEX® certified dyes; tear-away label for comfort
- Relaxed classic fit — roomy at shoulders and waist for easy layering
- Available in Black
- Made in Nicaragua
Size Guide
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not dry clean
For Those Who Feel the Pull of Old Places
If you've ever stood in an ancient wood and felt that the trees were older than anything you could name — this sweatshirt is for you. A gift for the folklore reader, the history walker, the person who knows Kingley Vale by more than its postcode.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this sweatshirt unisex?
Yes — the Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale Crewneck Sweatshirt is cut as a classic unisex relaxed fit, designed to be worn comfortably by anyone. If you prefer a more fitted look, we recommend sizing down.
What material is the sweatshirt made from?
It is made from a medium-heavy 8.0 oz (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton-polyester blend, giving it warmth, structure, and shape retention. OEKO-TEX® certified dyes throughout.
How is the design printed?
The ghostly shield wall artwork is applied using DTG (Direct to Garment) printing for crisp, detailed results that hold their colour wash after wash.
What sizes are available?
The sweatshirt is available in S through to 2XL. See the size guide above for full width, length, and sleeve measurements.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Gildan 18000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings / Hazard: For adults only
Country of origin: Made in Nicaragua
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30°C or 90°F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Do not dry clean
The Legend Behind the Design
This sweatshirt is inspired by the haunting folklore of Kingley Vale — an ancient yew forest in the South Downs where Viking warriors are said to walk still, over eleven centuries after their defeat at the hands of Alfred the Great's fyrd in AD 894.
Read the full story behind the design: Echoes of the Slain — The Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale →
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