Immersive yourself in a magical weekend celebrating the power of stories, reading and nature at the Eden Project.
Featuring award-winning children’s author Pari Thomson, storytelling inspired by Julia Donaldson’s latest nature-themed books, creative workshops and family activities, this special weekend is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of reading.
Bestselling children’s author Pari Thomson will visiting Eden on Saturday 26 September for a day of talks, workshops and book signings inspired by her award-winning Greenwild trilogy.
Perfect for readers aged 9 to 11, the Greenwild books have captured imaginations with their blend of magical adventure, extraordinary plants and environmental themes. Visitors will have the chance to hear directly from Pari, discover the inspiration behind her stories and take part in interactive activities inspired by the natural world.
You’ll also be able to explore Eden’s Rainforest Biome through a special Greenwild-inspired lens, connecting the books’ themes with the incredible plants and habitats found at Eden.
The celebrations continue on Sunday 27 September with a day of family storytelling inspired by some of Julia Donaldson’s latest books, including:
- The Bowerbird
- The Magic Feather
- Go Away Bird
Beautifully illustrated by Catherine Rayner, these nature-themed stories will be brought to life by Eden’s storytellers through lively readings throughout the day.
This weekend is included in admission.

