Fairytale family theatre
Special guests Tall Tales will be singing and performing some favourite classic tales for free outside the Dovecote on Friday 8 August.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
The whole family can get involved in these playful performances of Rumpelstiltskin and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Tall Tales' captivating musical performances are specially designed to engage and inspire young audiences.
Bring a blanket to get comfy outside the Dovecote at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm, and sing along with the fabulous Tall Tales theatre troupe. No need to book, adults and children of all ages welcome. Come to the barn visitor reception when you arrive to find out more.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children welcome!
- Meeting point
Please come to visitor reception in the barn to find out more. Performances will take place outside the dovecote.
- What to bring and wear
The event is scheduled to be outdoors. Please dress for the weather forecast, with sun hats and sun cream, and bring a picnic blanket.
- Accessibility
The farmyard is mostly level access, with accessible toilets and changing facilities. However, the ground is very uneven in places and includes rough cobblestones.
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