Hi, I'm Dawn Nelson, also known as The Bard Dawn, and I live within the beautiful South Downs. As a writer, storyteller and consultant I specialise in heritage, nature and landscape interpretation, creating resources and performance stories that bring the history, and the unique qualities of heritage and community sites, to life for visitors of all ages. My experience includes the production of performance stories, traditional interpretation boards, folklore and storytelling videos, podcasts, articles for publications, accessible audio tours using soundscapes and walking tours that explore the history and heritage of the South Downs. I am a regular storyteller with The Weald & Downland Living Museum and you can find me there during the holidays. I also work with schools, youth groups and community organisations. From copy and scripts, to performances, workshops and storytelling sessions, get in touch to find out how we can work together or visit my website for more information on my work and to find out where I am next.
'I and my step granddaughter 4 yrs were entranced by a story teller who told us about the queen rat, her treasure and a hapless labourer who cleaned out the cess pits during the night. Most entertaining and not a sound was heard from the spellbound audience both adult and children of all ages. That tells you something.' Steve H, Visitor, Review via Trip Advisor.
'Storyteller Dawn Nelson has worked an indescribable magic from Year R all the way up to Y12. From Norse and Greek myths, to local tales and folklore from the land, I have had the genuine joy of watching the children listen, sing and join in with call and response (as if they all knew beforehand that they had a part to play!). Bryony Hart, Teacher Of English & Whole School Literacy, Portsmouth Grammar School
'Your storytelling skills are on another level! Amazing. Seeing how enthralled the children were with your words was pure magic'. Lisa Hall – audience member