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SUMMARY:Midsummer Festival: Wyl Menmuir
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit of Stone\nPickering Book Tree | Doors from 7pm | Tickets FREE\n \nFull of wonder\, hope and fascinating tales of stones and their people — Fiona Robertson\, author of Stone Lands \nFrom the lonely heights of mountains to the womblike depths of caves\, stone has always drawn us in. In The Spirit of Stone\, Wyl Menmuir explores the many ways in which rock and earth form part of our identities\, histories and futures. \nAcross Britain and Ireland – from Mull to the Isles of Scilly – rock is everywhere beneath our feet\, shaping not only our landscapes but also our imaginations and the ways we live together. \nMoving across these lands\, Wyl Menmuir’s essays combine travelogue\, social history and memoir\, bringing together interviews\, folklore and personal encounters with the landscapes themselves. \nFrom sacred monuments to modern sculpture\, this book reveals how stone grounds us\, challenges us and inspires us\, such as: \n\nMountains and caves as places of pilgrimage\, danger\, refuge and wonder.\nAncient pathways and stone circles that leave traces of our ancestors written into the land.\nMarks and monuments\, from Neolithic carvings to contemporary sculpture\, art that endures across centuries.\nEveryday stone\, for example the quarries\, buildings and raw materials that underpin our daily lives.\n\nThe Spirit of Stone follows on from The Draw of the Sea and The Heart of the Woods\, completing a trilogy of explorations into our relationship with place. Where the first two books took readers to the water’s edge and into the forest\, this book journeys into the landscapes of rock\, stone and earth\, reflecting on how they continue to define us. \nResonant with the work of Robert Macfarlane\, Kathleen Jamie and Peter Ross\, yet strikingly original in its breadth and vision\, The Spirit of Stone is a profound meditation on belonging\, endurance and our shared human story written in stone. \nA warm and generous guide to the bedrock of our land\, and the characters who champion it — Ruth Allen\, author of Weathering and Grounded  \n  \nAbout the Author \nWyl Menmuir is an author and creative writing lecturer based in Cornwall. His 2016 debut novel\, The Many\, was nominated for the Man Booker Prize and was an Observer Best Fiction of the year pick. His short fiction has appeared in Best British Short Stories and he has been published by Nightjar Press\, Kneehigh Theatre and the National Trust. \nWyl’s non-fiction books have been awarded the Roger Deakin Award from the Society of Authors\, the Award for Excellence from the OWPG\, a Holyer an Gof Award\, and the 2026 Blue Metropolis Planet Literature Prize\, awarded for a body of work that demonstrates the beauty and fragility of the living world and promotes greater ecological awareness. \nA former journalist\, Wyl has written for Radio 4\, The Guardian and The Observer. He lectures in creative writing at Falmouth University. \n  \nTickets\nFREE from the shop counter or online at ticketsource.com\n  \nDirect link to booking page here\n \nDoors will be open from 7pm for a 7.30pm start. The event will be held in our atmospheric upstairs event space.
URL:https://www.pickeringbooktree.co.uk/event/wyl-menmuir/
LOCATION:Pickering Book Tree\, 43a Market Place\, Pickering\, YO18 7AE
CATEGORIES:In Conversation With,Meet the Author,Memoir,Nature Writing,Non Fiction,Pickering Midsummer Festival,Social History
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SUMMARY:Midsummer Festival: Aidan Meighan
DESCRIPTION:The Folklore of Trees\nPickering Book Tree | Doors from 6.30pm | Tickets FREE\n \nThe Folklore of Trees explores the fascinating stories and intriguing superstitions behind nature’s guardians. Insightfully written and beautifully illustrated by Aidan Meighan\, it’s the perfect reading companion for every lover of the natural — and mythological — world. \nThis book reminds us of the enduring power of stories to connect us to our history\, to nature and hopefully to an ever-greener future. We need to love life\, we need to love trees — Chris Packham\, wildlife TV presenter & campaigner \nUncover the myths\, legends and secrets of the world’s most iconic trees. \nDid you know that laurel is said to protect against snakebites and shield against witchcraft? Or that yews are often planted near graveyards to keep the devil out? Across cultures and centuries\, trees have stood as guardians of life\, inspiring stories that connect us to nature\, spirituality and tradition. \nThe Folklore of Trees brings these tales together in a stunning hardback featuring a foreword by acclaimed naturalist\, Chris Packham. Inside\, you’ll explore 36 legendary species from around the globe\, each paired with an intricate illustration and rich cultural context. \nYou’ll discover: \n\nThe Major Oak\, said to shelter Robin Hood\, and the baobabs of Madagascar\, revered for their longevity.\nSacred trees of Celtic\, Norse\, Greek\, Roman\, Hindu\, Buddhist and Indigenous traditions.\nFascinating myths behind olive branches of peace\, dragon blood trees that bleed red sap and Japanese cherry blossoms symbolising life’s impermanence.\nSeasonal customs\, protective charms and superstitions.\nA compact\, beautifully designed format\, perfect for gifting or personal reflection.\n\nWhether you’re a nature lover\, folklore enthusiast or simply curious about the stories rooted in our landscapes and forests\, this book is your invitation to wander the cultural canopy. \n  \nAbout the Author\nAidan Meighan is an author\, illustrator and arboreal devotee living in Somerset\, with a passion for nature and storytelling. For fifteen years\, Aidan has been passionately drawing trees\, maps and beautiful places from around the world\, working with travel and lifestyle books and magazines\, brands and destinations\, in his distinctive style. \nAidan is an enthusiast for the written word and print\, being instrumental in the production of the Glastonbury Free Press newspaper since its inception in 2013. He is also a keen gardener and back-yard conservationist. \nThe Folklore of Trees is a joyful coming together of Aidan’s passions and interests. \nYou can find Aidan on his website\, www.aidanmeighan.com\, and on Instagram\, @aidan_meighan. \n  \nTickets\nFREE from the shop counter or online at ticketsource.com\n  \nDirect link to booking page here\n \nDoors will be open from 6.30pm for a 7pm start. The event will be held in our atmospheric upstairs event space.
URL:https://www.pickeringbooktree.co.uk/event/aidan-meighan/
LOCATION:Pickering Book Tree\, 43a Market Place\, Pickering\, YO18 7AE
CATEGORIES:Folklore & Mythology,In Conversation With,Meet the Author,Meet the Illustrator,Nature Writing,Non Fiction,Pickering Midsummer Festival,Social History
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SUMMARY:Midsummer Festival: Tree Walk
DESCRIPTION:Tree Walk with Aidan Meighan\nMeet outside Beck Isle Museum | Starts at 11am | Tickets £8 or £16 including sandwiches\nExplore the folklore of the trees found on our doorstep here in Pickering! \nJoin arboreal devotee and author of The Folklore of Trees\, Aidan Meighan\, on an approximately two mile walk starting outside the Beck Isle Museum and following the Pickering Beck\, before branching off around the Castle and down Burgate to the Church. \nAlong the way we’ll stop to hear about the legends\, secrets and myths of the different tree species living on this beautiful route. \nWe’ll end the walk at The Forest and Vale Hotel garden\, home to a 300+ year old sweet chestnut tree\, with a sandwich buffet for those who choose to add this on to the walk. Drinks aren’t included\, but the bar will be open for you to choose your favourite\, from a cup of tea to an afternoon tipple! \nThe walk is generally considered an easy route along footpaths. If you have any questions about the route or accessibility\, please contact Pickering Book Tree to discuss. \nThe event will go ahead in most weathers\, so please come prepared for the day’s forecast. We’ll move inside at the Forest and Vale if it is raining. \n  \nAbout the Book\nThe Folklore of Trees explores the fascinating stories and intriguing superstitions behind nature’s guardians. Insightfully written and beautifully illustrated by Aidan Meighan\, it’s the perfect reading companion for every lover of the natural — and mythological — world. \nThis book reminds us of the enduring power of stories to connect us to our history\, to nature and hopefully to an ever-greener future. We need to love life\, we need to love trees — Chris Packham\, wildlife TV presenter & campaigner \nUncover the myths\, legends and secrets of the world’s most iconic trees. \nDid you know that laurel is said to protect against snakebites and shield against witchcraft? Or that yews are often planted near graveyards to keep the devil out? Across cultures and centuries\, trees have stood as guardians of life\, inspiring stories that connect us to nature\, spirituality and tradition. \nThe Folklore of Trees brings these tales together in a stunning hardback featuring a foreword by acclaimed naturalist\, Chris Packham. Inside\, you’ll explore 36 legendary species from around the globe\, each paired with an intricate illustration and rich cultural context. \nYou’ll discover: \n\nThe Major Oak\, said to shelter Robin Hood\, and the baobabs of Madagascar\, revered for their longevity.\nSacred trees of Celtic\, Norse\, Greek\, Roman\, Hindu\, Buddhist and Indigenous traditions.\nFascinating myths behind olive branches of peace\, dragon blood trees that bleed red sap and Japanese cherry blossoms symbolising life’s impermanence.\nSeasonal customs\, protective charms and superstitions.\nA compact\, beautifully designed format\, perfect for gifting or personal reflection.\n\nWhether you’re a nature lover\, folklore enthusiast or simply curious about the stories rooted in our landscapes and forests\, this book is your invitation to wander the cultural canopy. \n  \nAbout the Author\nAidan Meighan is an author\, illustrator and arboreal devotee living in Somerset\, with a passion for nature and storytelling. For fifteen years\, Aidan has been passionately drawing trees\, maps and beautiful places from around the world\, working with travel and lifestyle books and magazines\, brands and destinations\, in his distinctive style. \nAidan is an enthusiast for the written word and print\, being instrumental in the production of the Glastonbury Free Press newspaper since its inception in 2013. He is also a keen gardener and back-yard conservationist. \nThe Folklore of Trees is a joyful coming together of Aidan’s passions and interests. \nYou can find Aidan on his website\, www.aidanmeighan.com\, and on Instagram\, @aidan_meighan. \n  \nTickets\n£8 from the shop counter (currently cash only) or online at ticketsource.com\n  \nDirect link to booking page here\nWe’ll meet outside the Beck Isle Museum and start the walk at 11am\, heading along the Beck and up to Pickering Castle. \nWe’ll end the walk in The Forest and Vale Hotel with sandwiches in the garden for those who have added this on. In the case of poor weather\, we will move inside! \nSandwiches are an additional £8 per person and need to be booked in advance through the booking page or Pickering Book Tree\, letting us know of any dietary requirements.
URL:https://www.pickeringbooktree.co.uk/event/tree-walk/
LOCATION:Beck Isle Museum\, Bridge Street\, Pickering\, YO18 8DU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Activity,Folklore & Mythology,Meet the Author,Meet the Illustrator,Nature Writing,Non Fiction,Pickering Midsummer Festival,Social History
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