Murder at Hallgarth Mill

Based on an actual murder that took place in 1830, this short play was written to be performed in the local area. Originally written for a teenage cast, this play does not include a question time for the actors but does have a verdict and a narrator script.

First performed in 2006. Action takes place in the mill living area and the area in front of the cottage.

Set Furniture and Props

A bunch of field flowers
Table and chairs
A key

Script Extract

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Cast

mill

The Narrator

Mrs Oliver
cornmill owner

Mary Ann Westerhope
servant

Thomas Clarke
servant

Jane Ferrin
Mary Ann's friend

Phillip Ferrin
Jane's younger brother

William Leverett
travelling dry stone waller

4 youths