'Community Tales' Storytelling and Craft: Lighting up Diwali, Sat 25 Oct
Merton Asian Women's Association will be celebrating Diwali with tales, myths and crafts that will intertwine with song, creativity and fun. It's about spreading the light, telling stories, making Rangoli, singing the joy!
- Booking essential
This autumn, join us at Morden Hall Park for a magical morning of stories and creativity. In the fifth of our new Community Tales series, the Merton Asian Women’s Association presents a joyful session inspired by Diwali, the festival of light.
Through storytelling, song, movement and hands-on craft, children and families will explore the meaning behind this vibrant celebration and its links to nature, kindness and community. These sessions are designed to celebrate our park as a shared space for all cultures, where stories connect us to the land and to one another.
Session 1: 10.00–11.30am – suitable for ages 3–6 Session 2: 12.30pm–2pm – suitable for ages 6+
£6 per child Children must be accompanied by one adult. Booking essential.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Child | £6.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
First session for ages 3-6, second session 7+
- Meeting point
Exhibition Space in the Stableyard.
- What to bring and wear
The event will take place inside.
- Accessibility
Route/location fully accessible. Please see the access page on our website for our full access statement. Assistance dogs only
- Other
- Buggy area. - Kids menu available at the Potting Shed Cafe - Baby changing facilities in the Stableyard , Snuff Mill and Potting Shed Cafe. Booking only for children. The child must be accompanied by one adult only.
Upcoming events
'Community Tales' Storytelling and Craft: Chinese Mid-Autumn 'Moon' Festival, Sat 27 Sept - SOLD OUT
Join Play Mandarin for a gentle and creative storytelling session inspired by the Chinese Mid-Autumn 'Moon' Festival. A morning of tales, songs and lantern-making for children aged 3+.
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Spider Secrets Trail Sat 27 Sept - Sun 2 Nov, 10am-4pm
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