Weeping Bank

05/06/2026

With acclaimed writer & director Sean Hogan meeting participants in .

Sean spoke about his journey into screenwriting, directing & writing novels, with a particular focus on the role reading has played in his life.

His many notable credits include the novels 'England's Screaming' & 'Lord of Tears' (for Lawrie Brewster's Hex Arcana Publishing) & his exemplary work on the cult horror movies 'The Borderlands' & 'To Fire You Come at Last' starring James Swanton.

Sean recommends Peter Straub's 'Ghost Story' & the books of author & film historian for any horror fans who want to for .

03/06/2026

A first airing of 'The Wood Behind Rokeham Church' in 2026 at the Quaker Meeting House in . Our fourth visit here, third as part of the Leek Loves Books festival, and another full house of ghost story fans. The whoops and cheers at the end were as welcome as when everyone jumped out of their seats. Thank you.

There are still some tickets left for in , in & in , but not many. Grab them while you still can at www.ticketsource.co.uk/weeping-bank.

27/05/2026

The venue tells us tickets are selling well for this winter event in in . Early bird discounted tickets of £10 are available currently at the link in the comments 👇

Step into the shadows this November as Weeping Bank brings its acclaimed tale ‘The Oratory’ to The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, for the very first time.

Following a sell-out 2025 tour, this chilling story of folklore, witchcraft and forbidden secrets promises an evening of immersive storytelling that will leave audiences gripped until the final word.

Dare you test your nerves on Saturday 21 November?

Early bird tickets £10 available online at Ticketsource (search ‘Much Wenlock’) or by calling 0333 666 3366 during office hours.

“If it’s on at The Edge, it’s good.”

25/05/2026

Before appearing at The Romford Film Festival this weekend, British Horror Studio's British Indie Horror Artist of the Year Ayvianna Snow visited Codsall Library before heading off to meet a reading group of aspiring actors and writers.

Ayvianna spoke honestly of her work in films as both an actor (e.g. the award winning Irish film Lola) and a producer, and also of her key role within Equity (Chair of Equity London North) and as Director of the New Actors Centre.

A lifelong fan of ghost stories and short fiction, her recommendation for is The Signalman by Charles Dickens and A Vendetta (une Vendetta) by Guy de Maupassant.

17/05/2026

Welcome to Weeping Bank - the acclaimed ghost story experience, bridging the gap between page and stage.

'You have managed to capture perfectly the atmosphere and sound of the great ghost story writers of yesteryear'

'a masterclass in the art of the modern ghost story' Bronte Schiltz, writer/journalist

'The Librarian’s performance is masterful' Steve Kinrade, Liverpool Noise

'It's just one person on a stage... how scary can it be?' The Folklore Podcast

Find out for yourself...
www.weepingbank.com

13/05/2026

The beautiful lecture theatre at Library was the latest venue to host The Librarian's tales last night.

So successful was the event, and the library staff so efficient and supportive, that we have immediately booked a return visit with a new story on 23rd July.

Seats can be secured at www.ticketsource.co.uk/weeping-bank.

The link went live last night and we've already sold 20 out of 100 tickets - this one's going to fly, so don't hang about!

In partnership with Stoke-on-Trent Libraries & in support of the & the campaign.

08/05/2026

The Librarian of Weeping Bank will be bringing his ghostly tales to Library for the first time on Tuesday 14th July at 6.30pm.

'Tales After Dark'
Two chilling tales from - the acclaimed ghost story experience, bridging the gap between page and stage.

'a masterclass in the art of the modern ghost story' Bronte Schiltz, writer/journalist

'The Librarian’s performance is masterful' Steve Kinrade, Liverpool Noise

Seats go quickly, so secure your place at www.ticketsource.co.uk/weeping-bank or pay in advance at the library.

Part of our ongoing partnership with Staffordshire Libraries and in support of the .

Buy tickets for Weeping Bank's upcoming events. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

04/05/2026

This year, The Librarian has brought out one of his earlier tales, 'The Wood Behind Rokeham Church', from his private, padlocked collection deep within Weeping Bank Library.

Leek is sold out, so don't delay booking for the others.

Links to book are in the comments 👇

30/04/2026

A sold out audience started the evening bathed in sunshine, but ended it in shadows - chilled by The Librarian's two midsummer ghost stories on itself - the of Northern & Central Europe.

Another fantastic community library in , do follow Staffordshire Libraries to hear about all other events and activities at Uttoxeter Library.

Go All In 2026


National Literacy Trust

29/04/2026

We had a fantastic evening watching Claire Louise Amias deliver a masterclass in performance storytelling with .

We first saw the show in London & it remains highly recommended.

Tour dates & competition details here:
https://www.amonkeywithcymbals.co.uk/haunted-shadows