Take a trip to Clitheroe Castle Museum this October half-term... if you dare
Ghouls, ghosts and wicked witches are being called to Clitheroe Castle Museum for some terrifying tales this October half-term.
On Saturday 22 October, 11am to 3pm, the museum welcomes Ribble Valley children's author Sophie Stewart and renowned Lancashire illustrator Eli John.
Drop in to meet Sophie and find out more about her trilogy the 'The Best Kept Secret'. Discover the terrible truth behind the Clitheroe Castle ruins; the reason Stansfield's Deli opens early and the real reason why the workers have to wear high vis at Hanson Cement factory.
Sophie will be joined by Eli John, who has illustrated work by authors such as Stephen King, M.R. James, Arthur Machen, Sheridan Le Fanu and Algernon Blackwood.
On Thursday 27 October, 11.30am to 3pm, the museum will welcome local children's writer Rachel Helen, author of the Pendle Witch Trilogy. Visitors will be able to meet Rachel and find out more about her latest book 'The Highwayman of Hurst Green'. Readings will take place at 12.30pm and 2pm and visitors will be able to buy signed copies to take home with them.
Lots of other fun activities will be taking place at the museum throughout October half-term.
Young explorers can search for the friendly spiders hanging around in the museum and take part in some Halloween crafts. They can also enter a prize draw for a chance to be the lucky winner of a goody bag of great souvenirs from the museum shop.
County Councillor Peter Buckley, cabinet member for community and cultural services, said: "Lancashire County Council's museum service have once again organised an exciting and varied programme of activities for families to enjoy over October half-term.
"Our museums are great places to visit for people of all ages, so do get involved and come down to Clitheroe Castle Museum for some half-term Halloween fun."
Notes to editors
Notes to editors
Clitheroe Castle Museum is managed by Lancashire County Council's museum service, on behalf of Ribble Valley Borough Council.
Admission to the Castle Museum is £4.90 for adults and £3.70 for concessions. Children and young people up to the age of 18 years go free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Limited disabled parking is available at the museum. Parking is also available on car parks in the town centre.
For more information about Clitheroe Castle Museum, phone 01200 424568 or email clitheroecastle@lancashire.gov.uk
Alternatively, visit www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums