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Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries

Wed 12 Aug · 12:00

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As part of our Summer of Play, meet the team from Barnsley Libraries and enjoy a range of creative activities at Stainborough Castle. Hold a shell to your ear, listen and you will hear the sea. What if you could wander into that shell - what worlds, adventures, stories and wonder lie within? The Story Shell is a unique art space created by international artists Suzie Devey and Steve Messam, commissioned by Barnsley Libraries through its National Portfolio Organisation programme and funded by Arts Council England. The Story Shell aims to provide a unique, immersive storytelling experience. Its interior features a design of 7 story continents, each filled with mythical characters, which invite you to be inspired by space and unlock creativity. Suitable for all ages, yes, grown-ups can play too!

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Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00.

Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries is held at Wentworth Castle Gardens in Sheffield (Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire).

Tickets for Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries

📅 Wednesday, 12 August 2026🕖 12:00📍 Wentworth Castle Gardens

About This Event

As part of our Summer of Play, meet the team from Barnsley Libraries and enjoy a range of creative activities at Stainborough Castle.

Hold a shell to your ear, listen and you will hear the sea. What if you could wander into that shell - what worlds, adventures, stories and wonder lie within?

The Story Shell is a unique art space created by international artists Suzie Devey and Steve Messam, commissioned by Barnsley Libraries through its National Portfolio Organisation programme and funded by Arts Council England.

The Story Shell aims to provide a unique, immersive storytelling experience. Its interior features a design of 7 story continents, each filled with mythical characters, which invite you to be inspired by space and unlock creativity.

Suitable for all ages, yes, grown-ups can play too!

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Wentworth Castle Gardens

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

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When is Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries?

Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00.

Where is Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries taking place?

Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries is held at Wentworth Castle Gardens in Sheffield (Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire).

How do I get tickets for Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries?

Tickets for Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.