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Folk Horror

This one-man show, featuring much audience participation, is guaranteed to raise more than just a ghost of a smile!

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This spooky season at Speke Hall, Don't Go Into the Cellar return to Speke Hall as Jonathan Goodwin writes and performs this original theatre show of folk horror. An eerie and unsettling anthology of tales that explore the mystical and sometimes threatening hold our agricultural past exerts over the present day. An atmospheric piece of theatre, ideal for fans of The Wicker Man and Witchfinder General.

Enjoy cake and a drink in our Home Farm Restaurant (Flapjack or Salted Caramel Shortbread & Tea or Coffee) prior to the performance, before heading to the Great Hall.

17:45-19:30pm show: Arrive for refreshments at 17.45, show starts at 18.30. Please do not arrive earlier than 17.40 as the restaurant will not be open.

19:15-21:00pm show: Arrive for refreshments at 19.15, show starts at 20.00. Please do not arrive earlier than 19.10 as the restaurant will not be open.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult (Adult - 18 and over)£18.50

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
(Youth - 15 to 17)£16.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Suitability

Suitable for ages 15 and over

Meeting point

Our Outdoor Events team will meet you at the Home Farm restaurant, where refreshments are available, before escorting you to the performance, which will take place in the Great Hall.

What to bring and wear

It's best to dress warm as the Great Hall can become chilly at this time of year.

Accessibility

All areas are fully accessible. There is a 5 minute walk up to the hall. If possible due to staffing levels, a shuttle buggy will be provided for those who need it, call ahead to confirm this.

Upcoming events

Summer of Play at Speke Hall 

Discover games galore in beautiful green spaces at Speke Hall as we celebrate a season of colour, creativity, and fun for all ages.

Event summary

on
28 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times

Mini Makers 

Crafty fun for little ones on selected Mondays throughout the year at Speke Hall's Home Farm Restaurant.

Event summary

on
8 Sep to 20 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 6 other dates or times

Peaceful Pathways 

Find moments of peace at Speke Hall this Autumn.

Event summary

on
22 Sep to 21 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 90 other dates or times

Spooky Speke 

Prepare for a scare as the dark nights close in this Halloween as the Lady in Black returns to Speke Hall on the 10th, 16th and 19th of October.

Event summary

on
10 Oct to 19 Oct 2025
at
17:45 to 19:30
+ 5 other dates or times