Ghost Stories for Christmas

Edwyrdian Tales are bringing Ghost Stories for Christmas to the Rectory Cottages Trust on Friday 13 November, a one-man live storytelling show that does exactly what the title says: it brings the haunting ghost stories of Christmastide to life. The whole thing is directed by and stars Matthew Wood, who takes the stage alone to tell three tales: Lucky's Grove, The Wendigo, and The Elder Son.

The night draws on classic authors of the age, H.R. Wakefield and Algernon Blackwood, alongside an original tale by the storyteller himself. It's a mix of established names and something new, and the performance runs for about an hour and twenty minutes. The show is staged beside the venue's own Christmas tree, which puts the whole thing right in the middle of the season it's talking about.

One thing to keep in mind: it's not suitable for children under 10, so it's a night for older crowds. And it's a live show only—it isn't streamed online, so you'll need to be there in person to catch it.

It's at the Rectory Cottages Trust, 49 Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ. The show runs from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm, with doors opening at 7:00 pm, and tickets start from £15.87.