…an intrinsic part of the festival
Over the years all corners of the town have been filled with tales of wonder from around the world.
2026 will bring another packed programme of storytellers and spoken word events: from morning storytelling circles to early evening storyrounds, late-night ghost stories, workshops, Ilse Pedler’s Poetry for All sessions & Open Mic, and much more to enchant and enthral.
Lots more will be announced in the new year!
● Ean Richardson – workshop series. The 5 Ws (Who, What, When, Where and Why) of storytelling
● The Curse of the Most Beautiful. Stories of women from around the world who had the misfortune to be labelled ‘the Most Beautiful woman in the world’ and how, for the woman at least, this always ends in a tragedy.
● Trudgepig Folk Theatre present The Wickerwork Man, a mumming play version of The Wicker Man.
If you like Storytelling, also check out the Manor Pavilion Programme
tickets
All in One & Season Tickets get you into all, or any, of the Storytelling and Spoken Word events. For non-season ticket holders, individual tickets may be available on the door, subject to capacity.