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World Book Day Storytelling (February Half Term)

Celebrate World Book Day in Strode House by joining a storytelling session in the mini library zone.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This February Half Term, we’re working in collaboration with the charity World Book Day® to help more children discover the life-long, life-changing habit of reading for fun. Come and sit awhile in Strode House and enjoy a led storytelling session by one of our wonderful volunteers.

Storytelling will take place at 11am and 1pm.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

Please check in at Visitor Reception, where you can collect a property map and hear directions to Strode House.

What to bring and wear

The mini library is inside Strode House, however there is a 10 minute walk through the gardens so please wear weather appropriate clothing for the day.

Accessibility

The site is wheelchair, mobility scooter and pushchair friendly, although it does include some uneven paving and gravel, and grassed areas that may be uneven or become boggy in wet weather. If you require any more information about the accessibility of the activity, please do not hesitate to contact us at barringtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk

Other

Please note: dogs are not permitted inside Strode House.

Contact info

Barrington Court (enquiries not bookings)

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