Supper & Stories
Thursday 9th July
Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens invites guests to an intimate evening of seasonal dining, conversation, and storytelling. Each event features a carefully curated supper, followed by a talk from a guest speaker who shares insights, experiences and unique stories that inspire, entertain, and provoke thought. From authors and adventurers to local artisans and heritage experts, the series celebrates creativity, lived experience, and the art of storytelling, offering a warm and engaging experience for all.
Supper & Stories takes place every 2nd Thursday of the month, food served at 6:30pm, speaker 7:30pm, £15 per person.
Thursday 9th July: Richard Ensoll and Johan Hoving
Rich, Senior Lecturer in Outdoor Studies at University of Cumbria with a lifetime of messing around on crags, mountains and in boats is passionate about adventures.
Johan, A super talented ball of enthusiasm who loves being at the bleeding edge. A kite surfer, sailor, kite skier, coach and outdoor activities business entrepreneur. Johan said ‘yes’ when asked to have a go at canoeing round Ireland…
They have both circumnavigated Ireland in a vessel inspired by traditional canoe construction interacting with coastal communities along the way and exploring layers of meaning through exchanges of storytelling.