Barleycorn

Barleycorn is a musical comedy inspired by English folk lore and folk horror, following villagers gathering for a final knees-up as a storm rages outside.

Barleycorn is a new musical comedy from Riddlestick Theatre, inspired by English lore, folk horror and ‘wyrd’ 1970s television.

As the residents of Hopley Drew gather in The Barleycorn Inn for their annual village show and a final knees-up before the pub closes, a wild storm rages and something sinister may be lurking outside.

Dates: Wed 12th – Sat 15th Aug 2026
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: £14
Running time: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval)
Age guidance: 12+