The literary tradition of the Christmas ghost story dates back to Dickensian London as well as the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The tradition remains very much alive and well today with the annual publication of new Christmas chillers by contemporary writers, for example the recent release of the novella by Brixton born, Kim Newman (A Christmas Ghost Story).

On Friday 13 December and Saturday 28 December join Lambeth Tour Guides, Selina Rice and David Turnbull, on a curated walk through the local history of West Norwood, where, in tandem, the tradition of the Christmas Ghost story past and present and its leading exponents such as MR James and E Nesbit will be explored. There will also be some excerpts from David's own published uncanny stories.

Be prepared for some seasonally spooky tales of ghostly manifestations and other paranormal phenomenon, alongside the history of the area's local landmarks.

The walk begins at West Norwood Library & Picturehouse and ends at the entrance to the magnificent West Norwood Cemetery where you are free to carry on your own winter's day exploration.

When: Friday 13 December 2024 at 11am - 12.30pm and Saturday 28 December 2024 at 11am - 12.30pm
Where: West Norwood Library & Picturehouse, 1-5 Norwood High Street London SE27 9JU
Further info: tickets cost £11 and can be booked here