Woodland Festival: Storytelling - The Forest Of Stories
Come and hear stories of forests and forest magic - expect high adventure, low cunning, and a wild pig with very dodgy taste in music!
Location
Sydenham Hill Wood and Cox's Walk, London Wildlife Trust
Crescent Wood Road London SE26 6LS United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
- In person
- Free venue parking
About this event
As part of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project, you’re invited to our annual Woodland Festival - a day to leaf your worries behind and celebrate these much-loved woods, their wildlife, and the local community that helps them thrive. There’ll be tree-mendous live music, walks, crafty activities, buzzing stalls and plenty of art to branch out into. Whether you’re here to soak up the forest vibes, discover hidden wildlife, or just enjoy a day out under the canopy, there’s something for everyone.
Come along and let’s make it an un-be-leaf-able day in the woods together! 🌳✨
Rabbit is laughing up there in the treetops. Fox Nurse holds out a pair of golden scissors. Crow is making a right old racket. The forest is alive with stories for all ages – Rabbit In The Moon, Golden Hair, Crow and Nightingale – who knows who will slip out from between the treetrunks and into your dreams?
Come and hear stories of forests and forest magic– expect high adventure, low cunning, and a wild pig with very dodgy taste in music. Story Jam’s Alys Torrance rustles up a flurry of folktales from around the world in an wild and enchanting storytelling session.
📍 Meeting Point: TBC (this will be confrmed via email in advance & signage on the day)
⏰ Time: 11:30am & 1pm
🧑🤝🧑 Who can come: Open to all – Under 18s must complete a form with a parent/guardian.
What to expect:
📖 Captivating folktales inspired by forests and their magic
🎶 Adventure, laughter and surprises for children and adults alike
✨ A magical session led by storyteller Alys Torrance
Find out more about your storyteller...
Alys Torrance tours storytelling shows around the UK and abroad, and runs workshops and sessions across London. She also tells stories upstairs at The Palmerston on Lordship Lane.
Simply hilarious - The Stage
Flawless - Fringe Report
A weird and wonderful world - Metro
Nuanced, subtle humour - Chortle
The delivery of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project is made possible by our funders and partners: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, The Dulwich Estate, Southwark Council, The Kusuma Trust, Black Girls Hike, and Wanderers of Colour. This funding and these partnerships help to secure the future of the woods by bringing together the management of Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood under London Wildlife Trust.
Main image by © Katrina Duffey
Frequently asked questions
Yes, booking through Eventbrite is essential so we can manage group numbers & contact you if the walk needs to be rescheduled due to weather.
Yes, the event is completely free to attend thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with support from The Dulwich Estate, Southwark Council, The Kusuma Trust.
Footpaths can be uneven & there are steps & slopes at points due to the Woods' inclines. We are working on creating more wheelchair & buggy routes over the project period - please let us know if this is a concern.
Yes, we have an accessible composting toilet that will be opened for attendees to use. The nearest Changes Places Toilet is located in Dulwich Park.
Comfortable, sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing is recommended. You can also bring water & anything else you might need for your comfort.
Absolutely! The event is open to all. Anyone under 18 must must complete a form with a parent/guardian.
Only assistance dogs are permitted at our events.
If there’s heavy rain, high winds or other unsafe conditions, we may postpone the event for everyone’s safety. We’ll contact you by email as soon as possible if that happens.
You’ll be in good company! This is a great way to meet friendly neighbours & discover the Woods together. Get in contact if you’d like to flag that you’re coming solo & we can look out for you.
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