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Storytelling Sessions

Be enchanted by tales of dragons, knights, and castles.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Fuel the imagination of young children, with tales that are perfect short drop-in sessions for families. Running throughout the day and 15–20 minutes in length, the storytelling sessions are held in the castle first-floor tower room.

31 March 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 17 & 26 April 10, 17, 24, 26, 29 & 31 May Sundays in June, July & August

11.30am–2.30pm

Times

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 younger children. Children to be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Please ask at visitor reception or the castle gate for meeting place.

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing suitable for the weather.

Accessibility

The route to the castle is over gravelled paths. Some areas of the castle are not accessible by wheelchair. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle

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