Outdoor Theatre: The Sword in the Stone
The Sword in the Stone, performed Cambridge Touring Productions
- Booking essential
Cambridge Touring Productions present the classic tale The Sword in the stone. This is a matinee performance aimed at children between 5 and 10 years old.
Young Wart dreams of becoming a squire, while his childhood friend Morgan sets her sights on fame and fortune. As they travel to the Tournament in London, they meet a host of colourful characters who guide them through strange challenges and teach them lasting lessons about friendship, courage, and finding their way in the world.
The performance will take place in the garden at Benthall Hall.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Subject to Booking Fees | £15.00 |
| Child Subject to Booking Fees | £12.00 |
| Concession Under 3 years old | £0.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Family ticket - Subject to Booking Fees. | £45.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call Online booking only Ticket prices subject to booking fees.
- Suitability
Everyone is welcome to attend this event
- Meeting point
Park in the visitor car park and come through Visitor Reception
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoors performance so please come prepared for all weather and bring a low-backed chair or rug to sit on. Seating is not provided. Picnics are welcome.
- Accessibility
Gentle slopes in the garden. Accessible toilet available. Steep slopes and uneven ground on woodland walk.
- Other
Come dressed in costume if you like! Knight, Lady, Princess, Townsfolk, King or Queen. Please bring low-backed seating or rugs to sit on. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather including sunscreen if appropriate. The performance lasts 2 hours including a 20-minute interval. The performance space opens at 4.30pm
Upcoming events
Tile Decorating Workshop at Benthall Barns
Come along and have a go at creating your very own tile in the beautiful setting of Benthall Hall, former residence of the tile manufacturer George Maw.
George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey
Grab your Victorian passport and travel the world with George Maw as he collects crocuses, hunts fossils, and seeks inspiration for his tile business.
Summer Artisan Craft Fair at St Bartholomew's Church
Come along and browse a large variety of crafts created by our creative volunteer team with handcrafted works inspired by the legacy of George Maw. Buy gifts for a loved one or treat yourself.
Heritage Open Days
Visit Benthall Hall in Shropshire for free during select Heritage Open Days. An intimate family home and garden situated on a plateau above the Ironbridge Gorge, Benthall has something for everyone.