Battersea Museum of Horrors
Homegrown Festival 2025
Information
Times: 12pm to 8pm
Tickets: Free – No booking required
This is a drop-in event
Age Recommendation: 15+
This event takes place in person in our Waiting Room
Wimps be warned! BAC is soon to be overtaken by the most macabre installation exploring the hidden horrors of Battersea’s history.
This free exhibition as part of Homegrown Festival 2025 includes five audio trails, each telling a different gruesome fable from Battersea’s past. Pop on a pair of headphones and immerse yourself with visual prompts in tales that range from the gory to the supernatural – 100% based on true stories and unadulterated facts.
The exhibition will also include a sneak peek of the upcoming short film Battersea Ghoulbusters, a brand-new horror comedy made by local filmmakers.
Biographies
Conor Devlin-Powell
Conor Devlin-Powell is a neurodivergent writer and visual artist born and bred in Battersea. Their work has received acclaim from BAFTA recognised film festivals such as OSKA Bright & British Urban Film Festival. Conor has a fascination with the area’s history and horror films, which he used as inspiration to create this exhibition. Conor is also currently fundraising for his upcoming comedy horror short film Battersea Ghoulbusters. You can support the film here.
Credits
Next Gen Producers is part of BAC’s Next Gen creative engagement programmes for ages 11-29, generously supported by Arts Council England and Apple, with additional support from Craig Mawdsley and the Three Monkies Trust.
Access
PRE EVENT INFORMATION
This event takes place in person in our Waiting Room. This space is on the ground floor with step-free access.
EVENT INFORMATION
Content
- Themes of animal cruelty
- Strong language and adult humour
- Horror
- Darkness
- Suspenseful music throughout
This is a drop-in installation. We invite you to make yourself comfortable and move through the exhibition at your own pace.
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