A Christmas Carol at Torre Abbey
Four Forty Theatre presents an outrageous and playful comic take on Charles Dickens' classic ghost story, following a miserable miser and eccentric spirits. Audiences watch a lively production filled with quick character changes, laughter, and unexpected twists. The show is staged with seated viewing inside the historic Spanish Barn.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Adult £19.00; concession (1196 member and children) £17.00.
Hours
Friday 17:30 to 20:00; Saturday 13:30 to 16:00 and 17:30 to 20:00. Doors open at 5:30pm for 6pm performances and at 1:30pm for the 2pm performance.
Ages
7+
Parking
The nearest car park is Torre Valley; limited parking and a drop-off point for disabled visitors are available within the grounds.
Accessibility
The Torre Abbey lift is currently out of service; the venue also has limited disabled parking and a drop-off point within the grounds.
Pets
Assistance dogs are welcome at the museum; non-assistance dogs are not allowed in the house or gardens but are welcome in the café.
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Location
Tips & Advice
- Dress warmly in layers because the performance is inside the unheated Spanish Barn, which may feel cold during the show.
- Check your performance session and arrive when doors open: 5:30pm for 6pm shows and 1:30pm for the 2pm show.
- Use the chairs provided in the barn, so there is no need to bring your own seating.
- The show is recommended for ages 7 and up, so bear that guidance in mind when choosing tickets for children.
- If you cannot attend without a carer, explain this when buying tickets; accompanying carers are admitted free to events.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children and 1196 members are eligible for concession tickets.
- A carer is admitted free to paying events when a visitor cannot attend without a carer; explain when buying the ticket.
- Saturday has a daytime performance as well as an evening performance; Friday has an evening performance.
Links & Contact
Run by Four Forty Theatre
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the play suitable for children?
It is suitable for all audiences, with a recommendation for ages seven and up.
What kind of production is it?
Four Forty Theatre presents a comic adaptation of Dickens’ story, with quick character changes, eccentric spirits, and playful invention.
Will the performance space be warm, and are seats provided?
The Spanish Barn is unheated, so dress warmly. Chairs are provided inside.
What should visitors know about access at Torre Abbey?
The lift is currently out of service. The venue’s visitor information also notes limited parking within the grounds for disabled visitors and a drop-off point.
Are dogs allowed at the performance?
Assistance dogs are welcome at the museum. Non-assistance dogs cannot enter the house or gardens but are welcome in the café.
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