Name: Haunted Book Club Live at Norton Priory
Start: 2026-03-21T19:00:00+00:00
Location: Norton Priory Museum & Gardens

A Book Club you don’t have to do the reading for.
We will read something unsettling to you…
For enjoyers of eerie tales, curious to know more about the stories that make their skin crawl. Join Norton’s Narrator Gav Cross and author John Reppion as they delve into the stories behind some of your favourite spine-tingling tales. Whether you’re a seasoned ghost story expert or a newcomer to the realm of creepy fiction, Haunted Book Club welcomes all new members with open (and possibly skeletal) arms.
Joining the Phantoms at Norton Priory we will be bringing 'The Curfew' by Lucy M. Boston. This haunted story of open graves and lost bell towers, is widely considered to be inspired by Norton Priory. Lucy M. Boston, perhaps best known for her 'Green Knowe' series of children's books, lived on the estate before the final demolition of the house.
Whatever you do. Don’t ring the bell on the way out…
Join in the conversation or sit quietly in the dark. Whatever you choose. Keep glancing over your shoulder…
John Reppion is a writer, born in Liverpool.
Since 2003 he has co-written comics in partnership with his wife, Leah Moore, as Moore & Reppion. John's solo-scripted comics work has also appeared in 2000 AD, Judge Dredd Megazine, and Heavy Metal Magazine. He has written books and articles on Weird History, Folklore, Superstition, and Magic for the likes of The History Press, Fortean Times, Daily Grail Online, and Hellebore Zine. John's Horror and Weird Fiction has appeared in anthologies from the likes of Titan Publishing, PS Publishing, Swan River Press, and Sarob Press.
Gav Cross is a storyteller and performer. He creates weird and scary shows for grown ups and families. 'The War of the Worlds - An Abridged & Performed Reading', he brings humour, heart, and a touch of chaos to venues, festivals, and theatres across the UK. Currently ’Norton’s Narrator’ for Norton Priory, bringing terror and shouting to the good people of the area.
Haunted Book Club brings its first Live event to the Phantoms, a continuation of their bi-weekly live online podcast:
https://linktr.ee/haunted_bookclub