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Gather round for a storytelling adventure into the world of Hardy's Wessex with storyteller and musician Tim Laycock.
From stories of magicians on the heathland to the curious tale of Old William and the Bull, with music and songs from Thomas Hardy's childhood.
Join us on Poole Museums' third floor family area to enjoy this free family-friendly session. Pre-booking required due to limited spaces. Suitable for up to 11 years.
Book Your Tickets: http://ow.ly/q4y350J0mOO
Tickets: Free, Pre-booking required due to limited places
Places available: 20
Location: Poole Museum 3rd Floor Family Area
Poole Museum, Scaplen's Court and Poole History Centre are all situated very close together on the lower high street just off Poole Quay.
Parking - We do not have dedicated on-site parking available. The nearest car park is Quay Visitors car park, Strand Street, BH15 1SB and is within walking distance of the Museum.
Please note: From 1 April to 31 October, 10am to 10pm, the Lower High Street, Paradise Street and Poole Quay will be closed to motor vehicles.
Buses - Route One links the town's car parks, bus and rail stations with the Lower High Street.
Train - The railway station is just over half a mile from the museum by a mainly traffic-free walk.
Bicycles - We have parking for bicycles and many cycle friendly routes in Poole.There is a Beryl bike bay outside Poole Museum. Beryl is a bike share scheme across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.
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