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The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming

Sat 31 Oct · 10:30

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About This Event

The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming will be held on 31 October 2026 at Next Page Books, Luton. This event features the children's author presenting her new book, illustrated by Nicola Slater. Ticket prices range from £3.96 to £9.37.

This Halloween, children's author Alice Hemming is returning to Next Page with The Pumpkin Thief, her new book illustrated by Nicola Slater

This Halloween, children's author Alice Hemming is returning to Next Page Books with The Pumpkin Thief, her new book with illustrator Nicola Slater.

Squirrel and Bird are back for a laugh-out-loud autumn adventure!

With just a little help from Bird, Squirrel has grown some lovely pumpkins! He is so pleased with himself.

But soon there's a problem. . .the pumpkins keep disappearing, one by one! Squirrel can't understand it. He's determined to catch the thief before Bird returns!

Join us for this special storytime and craft session - perfect for anyone who loves a picture book! Tickets are £3 for ticket only (inc £3 discount on Alice's book if you purchase on the day) or £7.99 including a copy of the book reserved for you to collect on the day.

Only children need tickets. Please limit number of adults who accompany as we have a small shop. For this reason also, please don't bring prams if at all possible.

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Frequently asked questions

The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:30.

The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming is held at Next Page Books in Luton (120 Queen Street, Hitchin, SG4 9TH).

Tickets for The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming range from £3.96 to £9.37. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.

The forecast for The Pumpkin Thief - Story and Craft event with Alice Hemming is Mainly clear · 9°C.

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