For as long as there have been people, there have been stories

At Festival at the Edge we believe that story telling is the most accessible of all art forms, both at an audience and at a participatory level. We remain committed to extending the audience for storytelling and capitalising on its strengths. Festival at the Edge draws upon the heritage of the British Isles and reflects the multicultural nature of Britain today.

Story telling clubs in the Midlands

Tales at the Edge, Bridgnorth, Shropshire

Tales at the Edge is one of the country’s oldest and most established storytelling clubs, meeting in Bridgnorth on the 2nd Tuesday of every month (except August) at 8 pm.

Hear tales, myths and legends from all over the world in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.  Whether you are new to storytelling, an experienced teller or just enjoy listening to stories.  There is no charge for admission.

For more details contact: Mike Rust 01694 771 379.

Rhyme and Tells at the Six Bells in Bishops Castle, Shropshire

Meets every 4th Sunday of the month (except for public holidays) at 8 pm – 10.30 pm.  It is free admission and an open session for poetry, prose and storytelling.

For further details please contact Mike on 01588 680685.

The Telling Space, Mythstories, Wem, Shropshire

The club meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month unless otherwise stated.  Please check their website under ‘opening hours and events’ www.mythstories.com or contact Dez or Ali on 01939 235500 for further information.

Meet at 7 pm for refreshments (bring food to share) or at 7.30 pm for stories.  A chance to listen or an opportunity to tell.  Admission is free. The Club meets at Mythstories, the Morgan Library, Aston Street, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AU.

Flying Donkeys, Derby, Derbyshire

Celebrating the traditional art of storytelling, Flying Donkeys meets regularly in Derby and brings many of the finest British and International storytellers to the city.  Their season runs from October – July.

Story Circle meets on 4th Wednesday of the month at the Hallmark Hotel (formerly the Midland Hotel), Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ
Guest Nights are on 2nd Wednesday of the month at The Voice Box, Forman Street, Derby, DE1 1JQ.  Entry £6/£4
5th Wednesday Project – Select previews of new shows whenever there’s a 5th Wednesday in the month.

For details on all events see website – www.flyingdonkeys.co.uk Contact: flyingdonkeysderbystorytelling@live.co.uk, or roy@flyingdonkeys.co.uk, Telephone: 01773 781007 or 07958 757008. Facebook: www.facebook.com

Yard of Tales, Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Meets first Thursday in the month.
Yard of Tales is a performance storytelling club hosted by Kevin Walker www.kevinwalker-storyteller.com Come and join us in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the cafe bar that is Joules Yard.  Sit back with a drink in hand and enjoy the tales that will enthral you.  Laugh, jeer, cry and sneer but mostly have a damn good evening!

Tickets £6 at door (includes nibbles)

For further information – 0116 259 2233 or 01858 463250

Joules Yard, rear of 53-55 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7AF. Joules Yard is a unique venue with a lcensed bar after 7pm, also serving tea and coffee.  If you would like to order a vegetarian meal for the evening, provided by ‘The Green House’ please telephone 01858 463250.

Storytelling in Hope

www.storytellinginhope.com

Storytelling Cafe

Monthly storytelling nights in Birmingham and Matlock with occasional events in Wednesbury, Solihull and elsewhere featuring international, national and local storytellers – www.tradartsteam.co.uk

Tales and Ales

Monthly storytelling sessions in Birmingham for anyone who wants to tell or listen – www.tradartsteam.co.uk

If you would like to add your story club please contact us.

We are often asked where people can go to practice and listen to storytelling and would like to build a list of clubs across the UK.