Lopen News and Events

19/09/2026

The next talk at Muchelney Abbey

On Friday 25th September 15:00-16:00

in conjunction with English Heritage is now being advertised on eventbrite.

An atmospheric talk of strange encounters, enduring legends and unexplained events, all rooted in the towns and villages of Somerset.
Join author , researcher and paranonal investigator Caroline McKendrick-Gibson at Muchelney Abbey for this fasinating talk on Somerset's darker history.

From the legendary Screaming Skull of Chilton Cantelo, the many reported spirits of Chard's historic Choughs Hotel, to unexplained activity inside Yeovil's Chicago Rock Cafe and Caroline's own unsettling encounter with a mysterious disappearing figure at Higher Odcombe.

This fascinating talk brings together local history, folklore, eyewitness testimony and personal investigation.

Guests will have the opportunity to explore the interior of the historic Abbey before the talk.

There are limited seats available for the events, so don’t miss out and book early. Click the link below to purchase your tickets.



https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somerset-ghosts-a-journey-into-somersets-darker-history-tickets-1999479396700

07/09/2026

28/08/2026

Only 2 days to go.

Only a few tickets remain.
Book yours now to secure your place.

Join Caroline McKendrick-Gibson as she returns as the guest speaker at Muchelney Abbey in her second talk, where she will deliver this captivating talk, ‘A whistle-stop tour of Haunted Somerset!’

In conjunction with English Heritage
- Sunday 30th August 2-3pm
£10pp + booking fee

Access to have a self guided tour around the building is including in your cost of the talk.

Caroline is a passionate researcher, an internationally published historical and paranormal writer, a regular BBC Radio Sounds contributor on (Secret Somerset, the other side), A Haunted Magazine writer/contributor and a podcast host for ‘The unearthly bureau’.

In this atmospheric presentation, Caroline guides you through the misty moors, ancient abbeys, crumbling castles, and fog-shrouded levels of one of Britain's most haunted counties, Somerset .

Feel the chills as she brings to life:
Weaving folklore, history, personal experiences (including her own eerie encounters), and touching rural traditions into an immersive, storytelling journey.

Perfect for fans of British ghost lore, true paranormal tales, dark history, and atmospheric spooky storytelling.

Places are limited, so don’t miss out on a ticket. Follow the link below to purchase.

.Perfect for fans of British ghost lore, true paranormal tales , dark history and atmospheric story telling.

14/08/2026

Emergency UK siren had just gone off.

FYI

14/08/2026

Dear Lopen residents,

Please see this lovely message that has been sent to this Lopen page from a grateful cyclist.

12/08/2026

We often get asked if there are any ghosts at Muchelney and this Sunday is your chance to find out. Researcher, podcaster and international author Caroline McKendrick Gibson is giving an exclusive 1-hour talk that delves into the eerie side of Muchelney's rich past.

'Monks, Myths and Misery: the haunted history of Muchelney Abbey' explores the ghost stories, folklore and historical secrets of one of the oldest abbeys in Somerset.

Taking place this Sunday, 16th August from 2-3pm.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite Monks, Myths, and Misery: The Haunted History of Muchelney Abbey Tickets, Sunday, August 16 • 2 PM - 3 PM | Eventbrite https://share.google/AJjfw3gKx8KD9RoyL

Please note: there is an age restriction of 18+ for this event.

23/07/2026

All volunteers are welcome to help with our annual working party to keep the Church & grounds tidy.

15/06/2026

This coming Saturday. Tickets are still available. There is a plan for car parking, but do carshare if you can.

06/06/2026

UPDATE - FOUND SAFE AND WELL AT 5AM SUNDAY MORNING

I have spoken to his owner who is currently out around the village and surrounding area. She has passed on her thanks to everyone who has spent time helping on the search.

I will be out again about 2pm and welcome anyone who has time available, although it is expected to be a wet afternoon.

27/01/2026

UPDATE - ROAD CLEARED AND OPEN

Due to multiple landslips along Hollow Lane (between Lopen Village and the Lopen Raj) - the road has been closed (9pm 27th January).
Barriers are in place at the roundabout and the S bends as indicated on the screenshot.