An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry
Tue 3 Nov · 18:30
The Portico Library
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An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry is scheduled for 3 November 2026 at The Portico Library in Manchester. This literary event will present horror tales from a Manchester librarian, narrated and explained by Robert Lloyd Parry. Tickets are available for £11.55 to £16.96.
Step into horror in the library with tales from a Manchester Librarian told and explained by Robert Lloyd Parry.
Frederick Cowles (1900 - 1948) was a travel writer, a local librarian of genius and the author of shocking supernatural tales. Join Robert Lloyd Parry as he reads some of Cowles's most striking works and talks about the Manchester connections of this notable and neglected writer of horror.
Robert Lloyd Parry of Nunkie Theatre is a performance storyteller specializing in supernatural literature and science fiction. He is best known for his shows based on the ghost stories of M R James.
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An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry takes place on Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 18:30.
An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
Tickets for An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry range from £11.55 to £16.96. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry
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An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry is scheduled for 3 November 2026 at The Portico Library in Manchester. This literary event will present horror tales from a Manchester librarian, narrated and explained by Robert Lloyd Parry. Tickets are available for £11.55 to £16.96.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Step into horror in the library with tales from a Manchester Librarian told and explained by Robert Lloyd Parry.
Frederick Cowles (1900 - 1948) was a travel writer, a local librarian of genius and the author of shocking supernatural tales. Join Robert Lloyd Parry as he reads some of Cowles's most striking works and talks about the Manchester connections of this notable and neglected writer of horror.
Robert Lloyd Parry of Nunkie Theatre is a performance storyteller specializing in supernatural literature and science fiction. He is best known for his shows based on the ghost stories of M R James.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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When is An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry?
An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry takes place on Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 18:30.
Where is An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry taking place?
An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
How much are tickets for An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry?
Tickets for An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry range from £11.55 to £16.96. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for An Evening of Frederick Cowles with Robert Lloyd Parry?
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