Every road has a story to tell. Sometimes the unknown steps into an ordinary life, and nothing is ever the same again.
Step Into the Adventure
Step into the world of Broken Sanctuary and explore Northumberland as it was in 1885. Follow the Whitaker family along winding roads, across fields and through villages, and discover the places, people, traditions, and surprises they encountered along the way.
Look closely. There are stories to uncover, hidden treasures to find, and adventures waiting around every corner.
And when you’re ready to bring a little of Peckles-Wood Shire home with you, discover the novel and collectibles inspired by the Whitaker family’s adventures.
Explore the map to choose your destination, begin an adventure, and discover rewards along the way.
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Keep exploring! Hidden treasures are tucked away throughout the Shire. You might find one hiding with a character, tucked into a map, or waiting somewhere you least expect.
Happy hunting!
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The Illustrator’s Vision—The maps and illustrations of Peckles-Wood Shire are inspired by the real landscapes, places, and traditions of Victorian Northumberland. Created for The Chronicles of Peckles-Wood Shire, they blend historical research with imagination to bring the world of Broken Sanctuary to life and invite young explorers to step into the Whitaker family’s adventure of 1885.