A special event is being held in St Neot on Friday 9 October when the church hosts the world premiere of the stage play Hour Before Nightfall, based on the life story of Frederick Densham, celebrated rector of nearby Warleggan.

Hour Before Nightfall offers an enjoyable, intriguing and thought-provoking evening in the theatre.

It is fast-moving and entertaining stage play based on the true story of Frederick Densham, a mysterious living hermit who lived in the remote Bodmin Moor village from 1931 until his death in 1953.

Written about by Daphne du Maurier and others, the story is rooted in the landscape of Cornwall and is driven by the evolving relationship between its two contrasting characters: the eccentric Rev Densham, and a young American journalist from Life Magazine on her first European assignment.

When worlds collide, magic can happen…

‘A surprisingly moving piece of theatrical storytelling. Recommended.’

Doors open: 7pm

St Neot Church Website

Accessibility:

Full disabled access

Tickets in advance:

Standard: £15

Tickets may be purchased online 24/7 through the ‘Buy Tickets’ button on this page, or by calling 01209 312505 (Monday – Friday, 10am – 3pm)

*Please note, the £1.50 transaction charge is non-refundable*