A Foot is Not an Appropriate Prize for the Tombola

Edinburgh 2026

After a severed foot is found in one of the tombola prizes, Lydia is determined not to let it ruin the village fete. But as the revelations get more bizarre, and Lydia attempts to work out "whodunnit", it appears there might be a more horrific truth to the village than anyone realised. A camp and comedic interactive murder mystery inspired by the worlds of cosy crime and cosmic horror, performed by vibrant storyteller Daniel McVey. Prepare to be intrigued, entertained and leave questioning the wild world we live in.

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A Foot is Not an Appropriate Prize for the Tombola is by Daniel McVey supported by Curve, Leicester, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ, 5 August to 31 August.

The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £9. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Strong language and Audience participation.