Get A Word In Edgeways will be happening on October 9th to the 11th, so put it in your diaries! This year is FREE ADMISSION, with a small number of affordable optional paid events.
We have been given a significant grant from the UK Arts Council, meaning not only is the 2026 festival assured, but most of it will be FREE!
SO, IN THIS YEAR OF RISING PRICES, OURS HAVE DISAPPEARED!
Only a small number of items will require paid tickets, e.g. some workshops.
Our theme for 2026 is Light In The Darkness
Metaphorical darkness, real darkness, there will be amazing interpretations performed. Sadness, happiness, challenges, folklore and more.
So, what adventures await you?
Friday Night
Food, story, music and more £15
Saturday
A town centre celebration
A Book fair with signings and book launches – the street will be closed for this
Street performers, Morris, music and workshops, Storytelling
Light Lantern parade
Cabaret 8pm till late £10
Sunday
Telling stories in sacred places
Open rounds – stories, poems, music
Well dressing
All daytime activities and most evening events will be family-friendly
More details will be released when they are available, put this weekend in your diaries!
About Get A Word In Edgeways
Why are we called what we are? Well, its simple really, we are a festival of words, be it poetry, storytelling, folklore or songs. Much Wenlock is the town after which is named Wenlock Edge, a limestone escarpment over 19 miles (31 km) long, running southwest to northeast between Craven Arms and Much Wenlock. The deciduous woodland which runs along it covers much of the steep slopes of the escarpment and in parts it is very well preserved. Our unique festival near Wenlock Edge often allows us to create an interesting story-walk along this woodland when weather permits. The edge is National Trust owned.
Events
Our festival, Much Wenlock’s only storytelling festival, holds events during the day and in the evenings and is held in various venues in our small town. All venues are within easy walkable distance from each other for most people. Some evening events will be adults-only, the remainder being family-friendly. Within and across the town, there are pop-up events, too.
Location – Much Wenlock
The festival takes place in the beautiful Shropshire town of Much Wenlock, which lies on the stunning limestone ridge of Wenlock Edge.
The 2026 festival will again be held within the town itself in various venues. All ticket purchasers will receive e-tickets that must be taken to the box-office to swap for wristbands. You may book some individual events without a day or weekend ticket. For individual performances just show your e-ticket ticket to the Steward at the door. Some individual performances may allow payment at the door.
Staying Locally
There are plenty of places to stay in Much Wenlock, and nearby camping sites. Further afield are Shrewsbury, Telford and Bridgnorth
Eating & Drinking In Much Wenlock
There are plenty of places to eat and drink in Much Wenlock, and many more in the surrounding area
Getting to Much Wenlock
Click here to be taken to Visit Much Wenlock’s directions
The nearest train stations are at Telford Central and Shrewsbury. Both are about a 20-minute taxi ride away.
Car parking in Much Wenlock
Getting around Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock is an ancient town but very accessible.
FAQ more about booking, dogs, and other things
