Tall Tales and Season Stories

A series of cultural events with Andover Trees United…

Step into a world of magic, nature, and storytelling with Andover Trees United! From interactive tales and seasonal crafts to community music and folklore workshops, our Tall Tales and Seasonal Stories invite families and individuals to celebrate the changing seasons together throughout autumn, winter, and spring, exploring nature, creating crafts, and enjoying hands-on activities at Harmony Woods (part of the Diamond Wood).

Whether it’s broom-making in October, lantern-lighting in December, fairy and bee adventures in February, or Easter egg folklore in April, there’s something magical for everyone to enjoy.

Discover our full schedule below and make memories in the heart of nature!

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Room on the Broom – Storytelling & Craft Fun
Oct 28
Room on the Broom – Storytelling & Craft Fun

A magical hour of Room on the Broom storytelling for children (2+) and parents, followed by hands-on mini broom (and possibly wand) making from real hazel twigs. From Amanda Kane-Smith of Merry-Go-Round Storytelling!

Awesome Autumn – Storytelling, Pumpkin Carving & Bulb Planting
Oct 30
Awesome Autumn – Storytelling, Pumpkin Carving & Bulb Planting

Celebrate autumn with interactive storytelling from Amanda Kane-Smith of Merry-Go-Round Storytelling, pumpkin carving, and planting Wild Daffodil bulbs. A creative seasonal adventure for children (4+) and parents.

Lantern-Making Workshop
Dec 13
Lantern-Making Workshop

Light up the season! Craft your own lanterns with your family in this festive, hands-on workshop for children and adults.

Winter Solstice – ‘Bring Back the Sun’ Celebration
Dec 21
Winter Solstice – ‘Bring Back the Sun’ Celebration

Interactive storytelling from Amanda Kane-Smith of Merry-Go-Round Storytelling, reindeer headdress making, tree dressing, and lanterns, capped with a lantern lighting ceremony. A magical family event for ages 4+.

Wassail Celebration
Jan 10
Wassail Celebration

Wassail Celebration
Ring in the New Year with music, folklore, and community traditions. Featuring Loftsingers, Mayfly Morris, and Andover Pagans.

Fairy Daffodil and the Bees – Storytelling & Craft Workshop
Feb 16
Fairy Daffodil and the Bees – Storytelling & Craft Workshop

A springtime adventure with storytelling from Amanda Kane-Smith of Merry-Go-Round Storytelling and crafts inspired by fairies, bees, and nature. Perfect for children (4+) and their parents.

Andover Rocks – Community Music Workshops
Mar 28
Andover Rocks – Community Music Workshops

Hands-on music workshops for children to explore rhythm, sound, and creativity in a fun, community-focused setting.

Ostara & the White Hare – Storytelling, Crafts & Egg Fun
Mar 30
Ostara & the White Hare – Storytelling, Crafts & Egg Fun

Celebrate spring with folk tales from Amanda Kane-Smith from Merry-Go-Round Storytelling, natural egg dyeing, egg hunts, and seasonal games. An interactive adventure for children (4+) and parents.

Plant Detectives
Apr 6
Plant Detectives

Explore nature up close! A hands-on identification workshop for children (5+) to learn about plants, wildlife, and the natural world.