EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS:

EAST OF THE SUN, NORTH OF THE EARTH
- A FAIRY TALE FOR MIDSUMMER

To mark the summer solstice, Dan will be sharing this epic Scandinavian tale of magic and adventure. In order to be reunited with his true love, a young man must seek out a mysterious palace which lies hidden from human sight, somewhere East of the Sun and North of the Earth. As he embarks on his quest he encounters giants and shapeshifters, witches and trolls, but must ultimately work with the creatures of the natural world in order to fulfill his task. This one-hour performance is suitable for adults and older children aged 9yrs+.

17th June: Shapwick Village Hall

19th June: Dunkerswell Village Hall

24th June: Sampford Peverell Village Hall

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COMING IN AUTUMN:

THE BURIED MOON (Dates TBC)

What can a fairy tale tell us about the past. This Halloween, Dan will be exploring the story of The Buried Moon, sometimes known by its alternative title, The Dead Moon. This strange tale tells of the moon descending from the sky in the form of a woman, to illuminate the fenland and protect the local people from the horrors lurking in the darkness. As well as retelling the story, Dan will also be exploring the origins of a tale which some have claimed as evidence of pre-Christian moon worship, whilst others have questioned its veracity. Is it really an ancient tale or, rather, a Victorian invention?

Telling tales at the Hope Nature Project Wassail

COMING LATER THIS YEAR

THE MISTLETOE BOUGH
& OTHER CHILLING CHRISTMAS TALES

Though now largely forgotten, The Mistletoe Bough was once one of Britain's most popular and familiar Christmas songs. The chilling tale which forms the song’s narrative has versions found across the globe, but is reputed to originate in in true events which occurred in seventeenth century Somerset. Join us for an evening of stories and music, as we retell the story of the Mistletoe Bough, and its origins, along with other West-Country ghost stories.

2025 CALENDAR

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January 17: Hope Nature Project Wassail,

North Newton.

15th March: Lydeard St Lawrence Village Hall

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4th April: Bawdrip Parish Hall

Seasonal Tales - Spring

5th April: Bradford-on-Tone Village Hall

Seasonal Tales - Spring

10th April: Combe St Nicholas Village Hall

Seasonal Tales - Spring