EVENT
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets
The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre | Great Missenden
📚Book Readings & Storytelling·👻Halloween
Event Details
Date
Sat 31 Oct '26
Event runs in sessions
11:00 – 15:30
Recommended ages
8 years+
Type
Indoor
About this event
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets is part of the programme at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden. A spooky, interactive family workshop with author David Gilbert, where Anglo-Saxon history meets ghosts, mystery and storytelling.
What to expect:
- Saturday 31 October at 11am and 2.30pm, a one-hour workshop
- For age 8 and up; the book is for readers aged 8-12
- An interactive reading from Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child
- Facts about Anglo-Saxon England and Cookham Abbey, and how archaeologists read clues
- Children create their own friendly ghost
- "£5 per child in addition to Museum entry (or £12.50 for a workshop ticket plus a signed copy of the book)"
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; up to two free adults in the room per child
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
At start time
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore the magical world of Roald Dahl through interactive exhibits, creative activities, and immersive storytelling experiences in Great Missenden.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 10 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets
How much does Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets cost?
For ticket prices for Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets, see the official event page or booking link.
What ages is Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets suitable for?
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets is best for children aged 8 and up.
When does Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets take place?
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 11 AM.
Where is Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets held?
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets is held at The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden.
Is Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets indoor or outdoor?
Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
Do I need to book in advance for Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets?
Yes, advance booking is required for Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets — book via the official event page.
