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Folk Tales from the Garden

Enjoy family and adult sessions of stories in some of Edinburgh's community gardens. Suitable for accompanied children 3-7, or for adults interested in garden settings and lore.

Folk Tales from the Garden

About Folk Tales from the Garden

Enjoy family and adult sessions of stories in some of Edinburgh's community gardens. Suitable for accompanied children 3-7, or for adults interested in garden settings and lore.

All events are hosted by Donald Smith to mark his classic Folk Tales from the Garden, illustrated by Annalisa Salis. With contributions from guest storytellers.

Tue 19 Oct - Redhall Walled Garden, with Jane Mather.

Wed 20 Oct - Hopetoun Crescent Garden, with Michael Kerins.

Thu 21 Oct - Leith Community Croft, with Allison Galbraith.

Fri 22 Oct - Dr Neil’s Garden, with James Spence.

Booking Information:
Events are free and drop-in. Please check the gardens’ websites in advance for Covid updates.

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