Tales of the Tracks
Aug
6
11:00 AM11:00

Tales of the Tracks

Every Wednesday afternoon, plus August Bank Holiday Saturday, I'm storytelling (plus colouring and story making, of course) at East Somerset Railway in Cranmore https://eastsomersetrailway.com/events/view/summertime-storytelling-with-beth-webb
It's suitable for families, but I tell stories to the youngest children first, let them wriggle away if they want to, then I tell stories for the older kids.
I've even got colouring for the grown ups (everyone loves colouring in a steam engine!!!)

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Mar
29
to Apr 1

The Shapeshifting Boy and Other Tales

I’ll be storytelling at Castell Coch, near Cardiff over Easter, (Friday March 29th - Monday April 1st). I’ll be telling tales from the Mabinogion and exploring the rich treasury of Welsh fairy tales and dragon legends. It’ll be great fun, suitable for the whole family!

My sets are at 11am, 12, 1pm and 2 pm, and there’s be a wide variety of tales, each set lasts about 30-45 minutes, but you can listen to just one story and move on, or stay for the whole show.

It’ll be lovely to see you.

Entry includes coming to see me! https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/castell-coch#prices

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Women's History Month - What do Women REALLY want?
Mar
16
7:00 PM19:00

Women's History Month - What do Women REALLY want?

There's an ancient tale, 'The Loathly Lady,' which explores this vital question. 

Is the answer a top job? Riches? A faithful man, or something much, much more important? 

Author and storyteller Beth Webb unpicks this mischievous tale to come up with a fascinating answer. 

https://gloslibraries.uk/event/tewkesbury-library-womens-history-month-open-arts-evening-16-03-2024?fbclid=IwAR3sS_e2cl2QY_rCmK7Iy4HaGxymOrHcK78fti1L_qiLRELgyBfxaDn9ul4

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Dragon Tales!
Aug
29
11:00 AM11:00

Dragon Tales!

Storytelling for children with Beth Webb. Dragons come in all shapes and sizes; some are kind, some nasty, but all the stories have happy endings! Storytelling will be followed by colouring and story or poetry making. 

There’ll be two session, 11.00 and and 1.30 pm

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Robin Hood! Tales from the Greenwood Storytelling
Aug
27
to Aug 28

Robin Hood! Tales from the Greenwood Storytelling

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Storytelling for children with Beth Webb working with Bowlore. Robin and his merry gang got up to lots of mischief, beating the wicked sheriff at every turn! Storytelling will be followed by colouring and story or poetry making. 

Although this takes place at the Bishop’s Palace, I’ll be working with Bowlore Mediaeval reenactment https://www.bowlore.com/events-diary and doing my storytelling intermittently during the two days.

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How to write ‘Faction’ (Factual Fiction)
Jul
6
4:00 PM16:00

How to write ‘Faction’ (Factual Fiction)

Event sponsored by Somerton Library

Author Beth Webb will give an illustrated talk and a mini workshop on how to turn historical events into engaging stories. Using her ‘faction’ novella, ‘Broken Angels – A Tale of Glastonbury Abbey,’ Beth will describe how she and historian Mark Hutchinson took a dry list of punishments meted out at the Abbey in 1408, breathed life into them and created an intriguing story.

The workshop will give participants the chance to have a go at creating their own ‘faction’ outlines. All are welcome, no writing experience necessary (not suitable for children).

Beth has had fifteen books published for all ages, including the Star Dancer tetralogy, an adult / YA historical fantasy series, as well as the children’s classics, the ‘Fleabag’ trilogy. She is a published poet and an illustrator.

This is a Free event but tickets are restricted by space, so it is essential to reserve your ticket in person at Somerton Library

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Nov
9
11:00 AM11:00

Launch of 'Squeakily Baby' my latest picture book for little tots

If you have little ones under 5, do come to Wells Library BA5 2PU on Nov 9th at 11.am for a very special story time to launch “Squeakily Baby”.

Poor little Squeakily Baby, he can’t sleep. Everyone tries to help, but without any luck until Cat comes along with his snuggle fur and purrs!

‘A lovely, gentle lullaby’ Angie Sage

‘A lovely, magical tale about the healing power of purrs,’ Laura Daligen.

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Spooky Tales
Oct
29
10:00 AM10:00

Spooky Tales

This will be two mini events in one at Wells library, Union street, Wells, Somerset.

The first 30 mins will be spooky storytelling for ages 7 upwards (younger children welcome), followed by a creative writing ‘Ghost Story’ workshop for children aged 8-11 yrs.

Both events are free, but booking is essential for the workshop: wlslib@somerset.gov.uk

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Stones and Tales - Plague at the Palace
Oct
22
9:30 AM09:30

Stones and Tales - Plague at the Palace

Plague at the Palace 

This is one-day practical, in-depth writers’ workshop at the Bishop’s Palace, Wells bishopspalace.org.uk. It’s perfect for anyone who loves history and wants to write about it, either as creative non-fiction, or ‘faction’ (creative factually-based writing), or just as a loose basis for a rollicking made-up story. Complete beginners welcome.

On Oct 18th, we’ll be focusing on The Black Death as it affected Wells and the surrounding area.

Your tutors will be historian Dr Mark Hutchinson, and author Beth Webb, co authors of ‘Broken Angels’ an creative re-imagining of actual events at Glastonbury Abbey in 1408

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Broken-Angels-Tale-Glastonbury-Abbey-ebook/dp/B088444ZQ7

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Oct
21
7:00 PM19:00

An evening with Rob Wilikins

I’ll be chairing this brilliant evening - do come, it’ll be really special.

Rob Wilkins will be at Waterstones, The Galleries, Bristol to discuss the official biography of the late Sir Terry Pratchett! Bring out your pointy hats and join us for a special evening to remember and celebrate the genius mind and literary national treasure. Rob will be in conversation with @bethwebbauthor

Tickets are available https://www.waterstones.com/.../an.../bristol-galleries and you can also order the book- it comes in three glorious deluxe editions to choose from!

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Theseus and the Minotaur
Oct
20
7:00 PM19:00

Theseus and the Minotaur

Theseus was postponed because of the Queen’s funeral, the new date is October 20th!

Dramatic tales of daring and darkness told by Beth Webb and woven through with Music by Jenny Bliss Bennett, at The Bishop’s Palace.

Join Story Teller Beth Webb and Musician Jenny Bliss Bennett as you venture back to the ancient world with tales of daring, mystery and adventure.

Theseus And the Minotaur is aimed at an adult audience and is recommended for 14+.

You are welcome to bring your own refreshments to enjoy throughout the evening.

You can watch a trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6U4lR1lrvA

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Swans and Dragons
Aug
9
11:30 AM11:30

Swans and Dragons

These are our two favourite animals here at the Bishop’s Palace. Storyteller Beth Webb will tell you how a swan helped save the people of Wells from a deadly dragon! There’ll be lots more stories about these two amazing creatures, followed by drawing, colouring, and story making.

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The Sword in the Stone
Jun
2
10:30 AM10:30

The Sword in the Stone

Do you know the story of the Sword in the Stone? Come and hear much loved tales of King Arthur and his knights. There'll also be King Arthur colouring pictures and some tips on how to write your own stories about Arthur and his friends.  

https://bishopspalace.org.uk/event/the-sword-in-the-stone/

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