Join enchanting storyteller Olivia Armstrong and help her tell tales of the healing powers of the natural world in this joyful, sensory storytelling session. Olivia will tell seasonal folktales engaging all our senses, and using props, puppets and song to encourage us all to connect with the wonderful world outside
Held in the beautiful Eating Room of the historic Pitzhanger Manor, this session takes place on Sunday 28 September as part of Ealing Climate Week, a borough-wide celebration of Better Living. Taking place from Saturday 20 to Sunday 28 September 2025.
Olivia Armstrong is an Irish performance storyteller who tells stories of wonder and magic for all ages and communities. She has created site-specific performances for many unusual locations, including castles, caves, ships and palaces! Amongst her favourite storytelling locations are Pitzhanger Manor, Windsor Castle, The Royal Parks, The British Museum, The National Portrait Gallery and Hampton Court Palace. She has hosted her own regular storytelling events onboard Cutty Sark and at Westminster Abbey. She has a rich knowledge of folklore and seasonal customs, along with a profound love for the natural world and all the beasts, bugs and beauty within.
Sunday 28 September 2025
Session 1: 10.30 – 11.00am
Session 2: 11.30 – 12.00pm
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
Access with general admission
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Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
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Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
First Thursday of the month: 10:00 - 20:00
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 17:00
Last admissions one hour before closing
Partial Closure: 25 April, 12–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 12–5pm on 25 April for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Pitzhanger Gallery closes at 6pm on 7 May
Please note that Pitzhanger Gallery will close to General Admission visitors from 6pm on Thursday 7 May for the Phoebe Collings-James in Conversation event. If you would like to visit Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house, please arrive before 6pm or book a ticket for the artist talk. Pitzhanger Manor and other open areas remain accessible during our usual Thursday Late opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 9 May, 11am–1pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 11am–1pm on 9 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 22 May, 1–5pm
Please note that Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 22 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 24 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 24 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 30 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 30 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
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