A BRAND new adaptation of The Wind in the Willows is heading to Dorset this half-term.

It will be taken to four venues across the county, including to Martinstown near Dorchester, for children and their families to enjoy, courtesy of Artsreach.

From the peaceful pleasures of Ratty's beloved River Bank, to the fearful frights and wicked weasels of the Wild Wood, join Ratty and Mole on their marvellous adventures, along with gruff old Badger and magnificent Mr Toad.

Kent-based Box Tale Soup use their our own unique blend of puppetry, physical theatre and traditional performance to transport you into a theatrical world like no other.

Formed in 2012, the company seek to create productions original productions of quality, and aim to tell tales in a way that is only possible with live theatre. Engaging and imaginative, in the world of Box Tale Soup, even the stories you know aren't quite as you remember.

Join them for a beautiful new adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's much loved classic, The Wind in the Willows, featuring unique handmade fabric puppets and a charming original score.

*The Wind in the Willows, Corfe Castle Village Hall, Monday October 23, 11am. Call 07590 352219 for tickets. Also at Martinstown Village Hall, Monday October 23, 4pm. Call 01305 889963 for tickets. On Tuesday October 24 it will be at Durweston Village Hall at 11am. Call 01258 488883. Then, also on October 24, The Wind in the Willows goes to Chetnole Village Hall at 4pm. Call 01935 872998 for tickets.

See artsreach.co.uk for more information.