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Spooky Storytelling Trail

Join Stephen Beggs and performance partner, Rachel for family friendly fun with a Spooky Seasonal Storytelling Trail.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step onto the Spooky Story Trail! Our storytellers will guide you along the lakeside, pausing to share magical and mysterious tales along the way.

Free to join on 25 & 29 October – spaces limited, sign up at reception, trails run between 11am - 3pm and will take roughly 40 minutes.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

family friendly, suitable for all ages

What to bring and wear

Fancy dress encouraged!

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