Special Event

The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare

20 July 2025
5.30pm
£18

Picnic style, outdoor Shakespeare at Bramall Hall by award winning Illyria, who will perform, The Merry Wives of Windsor.

Pack a picnic, bring your low-level seating or blankets, and wrap up warm for an evening of laughter, mischief, and magic beneath the stars as Award winning Illyria returns to Bramall Hall for another unforgettable evening of outdoor theatre!

Falstaff is skint. He attempts to seduce two merchants’ wives, hoping to relieve them of their money. But when Mistress Page and Mistress Ford receive identical love letters, they vow to teach him a lesson he’ll never forget! Delivered with Illyria’s signature energy, sharp wit, and award-winning charm, this timeless Shakespearean comedy guarantees a night of hilarity and hijinks.

Your ticket includes access to beautiful Bramall Hall before the performance, so that you can explore this iconic building and learn more about what is going on Under our Roof during then ongoing roof restoration project.

Whether you’re a Shakespeare aficionado or new to his work, this event promises to be fun, accessible. Join us for an evening of comedy, drama against one of the most beautiful backdrops in the North West of England.

Permeance is recommended for people 12+

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Bramall Hall

Bramhall Park, Bramhall, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK7 3NX
0161 474 2020

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From Saturday 19 April, Bramall Hall will be open Thursday -Sunday, 11am -4.30pm

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