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Book your timed entry slot for your full party. The event will run after the usual museum opening time and seasonal passes are not accepted for this event.

As Autumn turns to winter and the cows came in from the pastures, it was thought that spirits of the dead might try to come in to the dwellings of their relatives too. Not only spirits but witches, faeries and hobgoblins were supposed to roam the lands. The storytellers will tell tales from Samhain, thought to be the Celtic New Year and Halloween. They will explore how pagan and Christian traditions have come together to make the festival we know today.

There are two timeslots available for this event: 

4:00pm arrival - event duration 1.5hrs

5:00pm arrival - event duration 1.5hrs

This event is most suitable for children aged 5 - 12 and their families. Younger and older children are welcome to attend, however there will be some mild peril in the storytelling. 

Covid-19: We strongly advise that people follow the Government guidance at all times. We thank you for your co-operation: stay safe.

The event takes place in the museum building, where craft activities will be available and in the Anglo-Saxon Village where, inside our beautiful Thirlings Mead Hall, we will listen to some legendary storytelling with a warm drink! 

You will need to wear appropriate footwear and outdoor clothing for the lantern lit walk down through the farm to Thirling's Mead Hall. The route will be lit by lanterns however please bring a torch. 

ANIMAL WELFARE INFORMATION:

• You must NOT feed animals any food you have brought in (donated fruit and vegetables are checked by the farm team and must be left at reception).
• You must NOT enter the animal enclosures.
• You MUST follow safety instructions given by our staff or official volunteers.
• We reserve the right to insist that you leave the site immediately and restrict your access to Jarrow Hall.
• Our animals can give nips, bites or head-butts if petted. Please be respectful.
• Dogs must be kept under control on a lead at all times.
• Do not feed our ponies.

You do not need to print your confirmation, just show it on your phone to our Visitor Services team on arrival.