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Hallowtide Storytelling with Storyfolk

You won’t find a happily-ever-after with these dark tales inspired by Hardwick’s vast 16th century collections.

  • Booking advisable
  • Admission applies

Join Hardwick’s resident storytellers, Storyfolk, for an after-hours storytelling of myths, legends and history inspired by Hardwick’s collection.

The length of the performance is 1.5 hours and will take place on the third floor in the High Great Chamber.

Please note this tour may touch on adult themes of sexual assault, suicide, death and war.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £10.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children over 12 welcome

Meeting point

Please meet at Hardwick Hall, our welcome team at Visitor Reception will be on hand to help direct you to the correct location.

What to bring and wear

Please wrap up warm as Hardwick is an old building and can be cold during the winter months.

Accessibility

There are accessible toilets, parking, and a changing place located in the Stableyard, a buggy service is available on request. Please note that this performance will be on the third floor of the mansion assessable by stairs only. An induction loop is available on request, please contact the team before your visit to arrange this via phone call or email.

Other

Please book online or call the number to secure your place.

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at 10:00 to 11:15+ 4 other dates or times

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at 10:30 to 14:30+ 4 other dates or times