Sunday Tea and Storytelling at The Castle

We are delighted to invite you to a trip to your childhood !

An afternoon of captivating and immersive storytelling at the legendary Franklin Castle!

Hosted by Adam, a lyrical reader in poetry, this enchanting event will start with a cycle of 19th century German tales by the Brothers Grimm, evocative of the cultural and imaginary world of North and Central Europe ; a voyage to the heart and soul of our ancestors.

The cycle will start with 4 wonderful tales evocative of the natural world and the Spring.

The Frog King

The Goose Girl

The Hare's Bride

The surprise tale !

The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, were German scholars known for collecting and preserving the German fairy tales that have become part of our collective imagination, such as Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, and Rapunzel. Their first collection, "Children's and Household Tales," was published in 1812 and has had a lasting impact on folklore and literature.

The very mention of their names conjures mystery and magic... Even more so when we learn they were raised in Steinau, a region of Northern Germany that was very close to Süderau, Johannes Tiedemanns' village of origin... Johannes must have heard those tales as a child as they they originated in and around these lands.

How fascinating for children and grown-ups alike to hear the Tales - today- resonating in our beloved castle's great hall !

What to Expect:

Guests are welcomed through the front door and offered to settle in for a curated cycle of Storytelling in the Great Hall – Breaks and refreshments will be offered between each Tale. Then, questions will be raised and discussions, encouraged.

After the Tales, children and adults are welcome to illustrate their favourite tale. Guests are encouraged to bring their own drawing tools and favourite sketchbook.

The illustrations will be featured on our website and instagram at the end of the Year ( with permission by their authors ).

With a limited number of guests, the afternoon remains relaxed and intimate whilst encouraging sparks of cultural discovery and the search for a moral or wisdom concealed within each tale.

Consider extending the evening by booking an with us at the Franklin Castle here!

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