Winter Tales: live storytelling with author Dawn Casey
Explore frozen lands and follow heroes and heroines on epic journeys in a live storytelling of the heart warming Winter Tales by author Dawn Casey.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Head to Fountains Mill and meet the author of Winter Tales, Dawn Casey. Explore frozen lands and follow heroes and heroines on epic journeys with the author herself, as she performs extra special readings of her heart warming tales celebrating the wonders of winter.
Hear The Silver Pinecones and another mystery story read aloud as the lights are dimmed and illustrations come to life.
There will be three storytelling sessions at 11am, 12 and 2pm lasting 30 minutes on both Saturday and Sunday. You'll need to book your slot in advance. Please note that every member of your party will need to book a ticket. Tickets are free with standard admission but must be booked in advance.
There will be an opportunity to chat with Dawn and buy a signed or dedicated copy of Winter Tales or her new book Nature Tales - perfect for a Christmas gift!
Fountains Mill will be dressed and decorated using inspiration taken from Winter Tales by Dawn Casey, illustrated by Zanna Goldhawk.
Dawn Casey’s work is inspired by her deep love of nature, her respect for the tales of old, and her delight in the wonder of the world. Her collection The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales won the Gold Nautilus Award for books that 'support conscious living, green values, spiritual growth and positive social change.' Dawn published Winter Tales in 2020 and Nature Tales in 2024. She lives with her family, on the South Downs of Sussex.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Meet upstairs in Fountains Mill; a 15 minute walk from the Visitor Centre, down a steep 20% gradient, 5 minutes from the level access West Gate entrance and 30 minutes from the Studley Royal entrance.
- What to bring and wear
We are an outdoor site so please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven in places.
- Accessibility
There is lift access to the upper floors of the Mill, suitable for wheelchairs and prams. There will be limited seating available including benches, log seats and floor cushions.
- Other
Fountains Mill will be dressed and decorated using inspiration taken from Winter Tales by Dawn Casey, illustrated by Zanna Goldhawk. Dawn Casey’s work is inspired by her deep love of nature, her respect for the tales of old, and her delight in the wonder of the world. Her collection The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales won the Gold Nautilus Award for books that 'support conscious living, green values, spiritual growth and positive social change.' Dawn published Winter Tales in 2020 and Nature Tales in 2024. She lives with her family, on the South Downs of Sussex.
Upcoming events
Fountains by Floodlight
Explore glowing ruins and shadowed archways and hear choral music echoing through the abbey this autumn.
An autumnal scavenger hunt
Head on a mystical hunt around Fountains Abbey and find the most magical autumn item you can.
Skell Valley Voices Exhibition
Explore the histories of the Skell Valley through stories from people that have lived and worked there.
Garden and abbey tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to see the abbey as the Georgians once did; incorporated into the dramatic designed landscape.