Reece Shearsmith
Sat 17 Oct · 20:30
Cheltenham Town Hall
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On 17 October 2026, Cheltenham Town Hall will present an evening with Reece Shearsmith in conversation with Matthew Stadlen. They will discuss Shearsmith's new book, 'Things I Took from the Dark', which offers a personal insight into his experiences. Tickets are priced at £19 and £16.
Join Reece Shearsmith in conversation with Matthew Stadlen about Things I Took from the Dark , his extraordinary and deeply personal new book. Part memoir, part cabinet of curiosities, it brings together decades of collecting the strange, unsettling and unexplained—from haunted objects and urban legends to ghosts, monsters and mysterious encounters. Reece reflects on his life, creativity, and the inspirations behind his work, from The League of Gentlemen to Inside No. 9 . There will be a book signing after this event . Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Reece Shearsmith takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 20:30.
Reece Shearsmith is held at Cheltenham Town Hall in Cheltenham (The Cunard Stage, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, GL50 1QA, United Kingdom).
Tickets for Reece Shearsmith range from £16 to £19. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
The forecast for Reece Shearsmith is Clear · 11°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Reece Shearsmith can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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On 17 October 2026, Cheltenham Town Hall will present an evening with Reece Shearsmith in conversation with Matthew Stadlen. They will discuss Shearsmith's new book, 'Things I Took from the Dark', which offers a personal insight into his experiences. Tickets are priced at £19 and £16.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Join Reece Shearsmith in conversation with Matthew Stadlen about Things I Took from the Dark , his extraordinary and deeply personal new book. Part memoir, part cabinet of curiosities, it brings together decades of collecting the strange, unsettling and unexplained—from haunted objects and urban legends to ghosts, monsters and mysterious encounters. Reece reflects on his life, creativity, and the inspirations behind his work, from The League of Gentlemen to Inside No. 9 . There will be a book signing after this event . Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall. Searching near The Cunard Stage, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, GL50 1QA, United Kingdom; check-in Saturday, 17 October 2026.
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WhereCheltenham Town Hall
The Cunard Stage, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, GL50 1QA, United Kingdom
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Reece Shearsmith?
Reece Shearsmith takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 20:30.
Where is Reece Shearsmith taking place?
Reece Shearsmith is held at Cheltenham Town Hall in Cheltenham (The Cunard Stage, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, GL50 1QA, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for Reece Shearsmith?
Tickets for Reece Shearsmith range from £16 to £19. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
What will the weather be like at Reece Shearsmith?
The forecast for Reece Shearsmith is Clear · 11°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Reece Shearsmith?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Reece Shearsmith?
Tickets for Reece Shearsmith can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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