The Ghost of Achilles
Part of Theatre in the Parks
Location
West Stow Country Park, Icklingham Road, West Stow, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6HG
Telephone
01284 728718- Date
- 7th August 2026
About this event
A musical adaptation to be enjoyed by all the family!
Odysseus has come home—Penelope beside him, the suitors dead—but the war still burns within.
=Journeying to his father’s house, he sheds his disguises and stands as a son, not a hero. Yet the ghost of Achilles lingers, whispering of pride, rage, and glory. Between memory and remorse, Odysseus faces his truest battle: to return in spirit, not just in body. Inspired by the Greek classics of the Trojan War, this is a haunting story of homecoming and healing.
The performance will take place in the Anglo Saxon Village. Please note “Theatre in the Parks” tickets do not include a visit to the Anglo Saxon Museum.
Please bring chairs and blankets with you, pack a picnic and dress for the weather, it is the British summer after all!
Friday 7 August
Times: 2pm & 6.30pm
Tickets: Adult £13.50, Child and Senior Concessions £11.50. Under 5's go free and do not require a ticket. Assisting carers go free and do not require a ticket.
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About the Venue
Surrounding the West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village and with 125 acres of unspoilt countryside, trails, heath and woodland walks, there is plenty to explore at West Stow Country Park.
For wildlife enthusiasts there are two bird hides and a bird feeding area as well as a lake and the River Lark with all the life that this attracts.
Perfect for picnics on sunny days or energetic winter walks and with an adventure playground for children, this is an ideal family destination.
Families can also enjoy the Beowulf and Grendell Adventure Trail.
Open: Daily 9am to 5pm in winter (during December and January, the park may close at dusk) Daily 9am to 8pm in summer
Cost: The park is free to enjoy (you will need to pay for parking if you need it)
Dog Friendly
Dogs are welcome in the country park, provided they are kept on a lead. Dogs are not allowed in the Anglo-Saxon Village, Museum or Visitor Centre, with the exception of assistance dogs, due to the presence of livestock and the archaeological nature of the site. Dogs are welcome in the Grounds Cafe and they offer indoor seating for your pets as well as some delicious treats- such as handmade dog biscuits and ice cream.
Download the West Stow Country Park Guide.
Facilities
Grounds Cafe West Stow
