Through The Veil: An Immersive Fantasy Ball in Shrewsbury

What is Through The Veil?

Through The Veil is an immersive fantasy ball inspired by the enchanted world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Guests are welcomed into the court of Queen Titania and her fae companions for an evening of live entertainment, storytelling, dancing and magical discoveries.

Expect an evening filled with:

🛍️ The Goblin Market

✨ Immersive fantasy décor and themed photo opportunities

🎭 Live performances inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream

🔥 Spectacular fire performance

🎻 Live music and roaming musicians

📖 Storytelling sessions

🎨 Have-a-go painting workshops

📸 Professional event photography

🧩 An interactive mystery: The Missing Doctor Hartwell

Side quest to find the missing doctor, read more here

Dress Code: Step Into Your Fantasy Character

There is no strict uniform, but dressing in theme is strongly encouraged.

For this event we would suggest leaning into the woodland fae courts vibe, think faeries, pixies, goblins, guardians of the forest, bards, medieval themes, leaves, feathers, horns, hooves… anything you would find wandering amongst the depths of the forest.

Your outfit does not need to be expensive. Creativity matters more than cost.

remember! Accessories, layering, and texture help bring a character to life.

Accessibility and Inclusive Experience

Berwick House has ramped access via the rear of the property, reached from the car park. Signage will be in place on the day, and our crew will be happy to help if you need any assistance.

We also understand that immersive events can be overwhelming for some guests. That’s why the library will remain intentionally quiet throughout the evening. Storytelling sessions and live painting workshops will take place there, giving guests a calmer space to relax before returning to the festivities.

🚍 Travelling to Through The Veil

Travelling by public transport? We’ve made getting to the venue even easier.

A dedicated coach transfer will run between Shrewsbury Railway Station and Berwick House, taking guests directly to the event before returning to the station at the end of the evening.

Whether you’re travelling from elsewhere in Shropshire or further afield, you can enjoy the event without worrying about driving.

return Transfers are £20 + £1.20 booking fee – Cheaper than on-the-night ubers!

Why You Should Attend Through The Veil

This is our biggest event to date. Across 4 rooms and the extensive garden of Berwick house we have done our utmost to compose an event that truly feels like a journey into the realm of the fae. As creators we cherish live performance, which is why you will not only find one main act but 3 roaming musicians to enchant your evening with song.

You may have been introduced to emberlin over on our socials, his fire fae magic is sure to impress.

You will also find events from history performing an abridged version of a midsummer nights dream throughout the evening.

Danielle free will grace the library with her tales of all things mystical and folklore.

There will also be a couple of live painting workshops taking place.

On top of all of this – if you have time – there is the puzzle of the missing Doctor Hartwell… find her journal entries and uncover the mystery behind her disappearance and be in with a chance to win prizes!

OH AND WHO COULD FORGET ABOUT THE GOBLIN MARKET THAT IS SAID TO APPEAR FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY! PERUSE THEIR LOVELY WARES BUT BE CAREFUL, GOBLINS CAN BE NOTORIOUSLY TRICKY!

Plan Your Visit to Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury is a historic town filled with character, charm, and hidden magical corners.

From riverside walks to independent cafés and historic architecture, it offers the perfect setting for a fantasy-inspired experience.

To help you plan your visit, we’ve created a companion guide:
👉 Things to do in Shrewsbury: Whimsical, Fantasy & Accessible Experiences