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Dark skies festival - Fireside story telling

Gather around the fire pit and listen to enchanting children's stories under the stars at Lorna Doone Valley.

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As part of the Dark Skies Festival Lorna Doone Valley will be hosting a children's fireside story telling session.

Join our team and listen to enchanting stories under the stars and around the fire. The event will be taking place in our new play area and forest school.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Child Standard Ticket£5.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

Mostly flat ground with seating available.

Meeting point

Lorna Doone Valley play area. What 3 words location: ///releasing.wider.twitchy

Suitability for children

All children need to be supervised.

What to bring and wear

Please bring warm and waterproof clothing as this event takes place outside and in the evening. The event is taking place at night so please bring a torch.

Other

Parking is free for National Trust members, charges apply for non members.

Contact info

Central booking office

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