Young bookworms, budding illustrators and imaginative minds are in for a treat as New Brighton’s Floral Pavilion hosts The Big Story Bash – a fun-filled children’s literary festival celebrating the wonderful world of storytelling.
Bringing together books, illustrations, live performances and hands-on creativity, this exciting, free-to-attend event promises a whole day of literary adventures for children and families. From meeting favourite storybook characters to discovering how books are written and illustrated, The Big Story Bash is designed to spark imaginations, encourage a love of reading and bring stories to life in exciting and unexpected ways.
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The Floral Pavilion will become a hub of creativity, with a packed programme of activities offering something for every young reader, aspiring author and future artist. Children will have the chance to enjoy author readings, hearing stories brought to life by the very people who wrote them, while illustrator demonstrations will offer a fascinating glimpse into how much-loved characters and colourful imaginary worlds are created.
For those keen to get involved, interactive workshops will provide opportunities to explore their own creativity, try something new and let their imaginations run wild. There will also be live performances inspired by books, bringing the magic of storytelling off the page and onto the stage.
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And the fun doesn’t stop there! Families can look forward to character meet-and-greets, offering younger visitors the chance to come face-to-face with storybook favourites, alongside face painting to add an extra splash of colour to the celebrations. Whether children are already passionate readers or just beginning to discover the joy of books, the festival aims to make storytelling accessible, exciting and, above all, fun.
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One of the biggest highlights of The Big Story Bash will be a special appearance by acclaimed children’s author Frank Cottrell-Boyce. The celebrated writer, whose much-loved books include Millions, Cosmic and The Unforgotten Coat, has delighted generations of young readers with his distinctive blend of humour, imagination and heartfelt storytelling.
As the UK’s Children’s Laureate for 2024–2026, Frank has been a passionate champion of children’s reading and the importance of making books and stories accessible to young people. His appearance promises to be a real highlight for families, young readers and aspiring writers, offering a special opportunity to celebrate the power of storytelling with one of Britain’s best-known children’s authors.
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More than simply a day out, The Big Story Bash is a celebration of the imagination and creativity that books can inspire. By bringing authors, illustrators, performers and families together under one roof, the festival offers children the chance to discover that stories aren’t just something to read – they’re something to experience, explore and create for themselves.
The Floral Pavilion’s Pauline Campbell said: “We’re thoroughly excited to be hosting our inaugural Big Story Bash! It’s going to be a wonderful day of creativity for children — getting them off their devices and engaged with literacy. There’s going to be so much to see and do, with some of the region’s most talented and celebrated authors, illustrators and entertainers. The event is completely free to attend, so it’s a really affordable event for families this November.”
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With its mix of entertainment, learning and interactive fun, The Big Story Bash promises to be a fantastic family occasion at one of Wirral’s best-loved cultural venues on New Brighton promenade. And with free entry, it’s an opportunity for families to enjoy a day of literary magic without breaking the bank.
The Big Story Bash / Sat 7th November 2026, 10.30am-5pm / The Floral Pavilion, New Brighton Promenade, New Brighton, Wirral
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