Theatre

Summer of Play - Storytelling Weekends

Name: Summer of Play - Storytelling Weekends
Start: 2026-08-15T12:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-15T15:30:00+01:00
Location: Dunham Castle

When

Saturday, 15 August 2026, 12:00 – 15:30

Dunham Castle

Charcoal Dr, Altrincham, WA14 4SJ

Time

12:00 – 15:30

Price guide

Not listed — worth a quick ask

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Join us for an engaging storytelling experience. Take part in stories that inspire creativity and bring imaginations to life. Storytimes at 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm. We’ll be joined by: • Histrionics - 18-19 July, 25-26 July and 15-16 August • Colour the Clouds - 1 August, 8-9 August and 22-23 August • Susie - 2 August and 29-30 August Drop in, no booking needed.

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