Storyland: our 2025 Family Festival is now open for booking.
Join us in Queen’s Hall and Hexham Abbey for interactive author visits, workshops, circus skills, storytelling and more. Featuring our 2025 festival author Chris Riddell, David Almond and Bethan Woollvin. All you need to bring is your imagination!
Family Events: Sunday 29th June, 11am – 3pm
Plus special event with author, illustrator and former Children’s Laureate Chris Riddell: Sunday 29th June, 5-6pm
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