Live readings from The Jungle Book
Celebrate Rudyard Kipling’s birthday with live readings from The Jungle Book by professional actors Sagar Arya and Anwesha Arya-Bhattacharya.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Celebrate Rudyard Kipling’s birthday with a visit to Bateman’s and listen to live readings from The Jungle Book by professional actors Sagar Arya and Anwesha Arya-Bhattacharya.
Originally from Bombay (Mumbai), Sagar and Anwesha will be reading extracts from The Jungle Book at the home of its author, Rudyard Kipling. See the house dressed for Christmas and explore displays of The Jungle Book during your visit.
Monday 30 December | 12pm–12.30pm & 2pm–2.30pm | Free with admission
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Meeting point
This event takes place in the House Kitchen.
- What to bring and wear
This event takes place inside. Please wear clothing suitable for the weather.
- Accessibility
This event takes place in a ground-floor room. Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for information.
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