A recorded reading of W.W. Jacobs' 'The Monkey's Paw' by actor Paul Nolan, plus paranormal tales of the house, as a Halloween fundraiser for The Weaver's House.
The Weaver's House is running a Halloween fundraiser on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October, with a new recorded reading of W.W. Jacobs' The Monkey's Paw at the centre of it. The story was first published in 1902 and is a macabre tale about the consequences of wishes, one that's since been adapted into plenty of screen and stage versions. This particular recording is read by actor Paul Nolan, who has a special family connection with the house itself.
It's not just the reading, though. A guide will also share some extra paranormal tales of the house, so you'll get the story and then some local ghost lore to go with it. The whole session lasts around 35 minutes, and it's suitable for over-12s, with under-16s needing an adult. The screenings run after dark in the house's spooky surroundings, with seasonal drinks and nibbles on offer, and the money raised goes towards the upkeep of this unique piece of the city's medieval history.
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The Weaver's House sits on Spon Street, one of Coventry's most historic areas, and one of its cottages has been restored to show how it would have looked in 1540. The readings run on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October, with slots at 5.30pm and 7.30pm on both nights. Tickets are £10 per person and must be booked in advance via volunteers@theweavershouse.org. The house is at Black Swan Terrace, 121 Upper Spon Street, Spon End, Coventry, CV1 3BQ.
