The Ghosts of Motley Hall

The Ghosts of Motley Hall is a charming and humorous chapter book based on the classic British children's television series. It introduces readers to a quirky community of five ghosts, each from a different historical era, who haunt the derelict Motley Hall. When the hall is put up for sale, the ghosts, led by the bumbling Sir George Uproar, must band together to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. Their mission is to ensure the hall is sold to someone who will appreciate its history and restore it to its former glory, often to the exasperation of Mr. Gudgin, the well-meaning caretaker. This book is perfect for children aged 7-11 for independent reading, or as a delightful read-aloud for younger children from 4-6, offering gentle supernatural fun and themes of belonging and teamwork.

Derelict Motley Hall is to be sold, but the community of ghosts who are imprisoned there have other ideas.