Spooky season is simply across the nook, so it’s time to get planning what to do that October half time period. Learn on for the most effective Halloween days out I’ve noticed taking place round England.
Don’t overlook the October half time period falls in a different way for various elements of the county. Some occasions will solely be on over faculty vacation dates particular to the attraction’s location.
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Halloween days out close to you
On this put up you’ll discover October half time period occasions and Halloween enjoyable ordered alphabetically by county or metropolis.
Be warned: a few of these days out are scarier than others! For extra details about the most effective ages for these occasions contact the organisers. Every occasion has a hyperlink to extra info and reserving particulars (if vital).
Discover extra days out in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Eire in my huge spherical up of 101 UK points of interest for households.
Halloween days out in Birmingham
Right here’s what’s on this October half time period in Birmingham:
Brick-or-Deal with Monster celebration at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham – 30 September to five November 2023
Brick-or-Deal with returns to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre this autumn.
There might be a great deal of spook-tacular actions together with a scary scavenger hunt and an opportunity to see the model new LEGO® 4D Halloween film ‘The Nice Monster Chase!’ – unique to LEGOLAND®
The Brick-or-Deal with Halloween occasion is included in the usual admission value and pre-booking on-line upfront is suggested because of restricted capability.
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Halloween days out in Cornwall
Right here’s the place to move for October half time period enjoyable in Cornwall:
Halloween at Flambards – 21 to 31 October 2023
There’s a number of fang-tastic household enjoyable on provide at Flambards all through the October Half Time period holidays because it hosts ‘Trick or Deal with Week’!
In addition to the same old rides and points of interest you may choose up a Pumpkin Hunt sheet and hunt for clues all through out the park. Solev the riddles and also you would possibly even win a deal with! Or deal with the Penny Dreadful quiz sheet or Thriller Trial in the Victorian village.
The favored Fireworks Spooktacular will return to the park on Wednesday 25 October 2023.
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Discover out extra about what’s on at Flambards this October half time period.
Halloween and ice skating at Eden Challenge – 18 to 29 October 2023
This spooky season tackle a particular quest to guard the world’s forests, guided by the legendary Tree Giants who’ve taken up residence at Eden.
In your magical journey to develop into a forest guardian, you’ll uncover the Tree Giants’ historical knowledge, hear extraordinary tales and witness enchanting performances.
It’s also possible to get hands-on in in Wand Making Workshop and take a spin round Eden’s ice rink.
There’s an extra cost and pre-booking required for ice skating and the wand workshop/ Pre-booking tickets to Eden can be really useful.
Discover out extra about what’s on at Eden Challenge this Halloween.
Right here’s some extra days out in Cornwall that are perfect for this time of yr.
October half time period in Devon
Count on Halloween trails, pumpkin patches and loads of frightfully good enjoyable in our residence county of Devon this October half time period.
Discover out what’s on by testing my different weblog, Devon with Children, the place you’ll discover a full information to what’s on in Devon this Halloween.
October half time period occasions in Hampshire
Right here’s some Halloween actions to strive in Hampshire this half time period:
Halloween Treasure Hunt by Canoe within the New Forest – 21 to 29 October 2023
Deal with (not trick) your little monsters to some scarily good enjoyable on the Beaulieu River this Halloween.
Head out in canoes with New Forest Actions for a two-hour hunt for devilishly scrumptious Halloween sweet alongside the riverside.
Discover out extra about this Halloween exercise on the water.
Owl-O-Ween at The Hawk Conservancy Belief – 27 to twenty-eight October 2023
This chook of prey attraction and conservation charity is internet hosting a collection of Owls by Moonlight occasions this autumn.
Guests can have the possibility to step into the nocturnal world of British owls and get an perception into a few of the conservation and analysis initiatives that the Belief undertakes with flying shows and assembly owls within the Belief’s care.
Owl-O-Ween contains particular interactive spooky reveals.
Discover out extra about Owl-O-Ween.
Halloween days out within the Isle of Wight
Right here’s what’s on within the Isle of Wight this October half time period:
Robin Hill Fiesta of the Useless – chosen dates from 20 October to 2 November 2023
Immerse your self in a vibrant eruption of sunshine and color impressed by the standard Mexican celebration.
Discover out extra on the Robin Hill web site.
Halloween and half-term at Carisbrooke Fortress – 28 October to five November 2023
Seize your broomsticks and prepare for a bewitchingly good time out. Collect spherical for tales from spooky storytellers and clear up creepy clues within the English Heritage Halloween Quest.
English Heritage members can go to free of charge. Non members can get cheaper in the event that they guide upfront.
Discover out extra about what’s on at Carisbrooke Fortress this half time period.
Pumpkin Pageant at Tapnell Farm – chosen dates from 7 to 31 October 2023
Head to Tapnell Farm for pumpkin associated actions together with choose your individual pumpkin, axe throwing and pumpkin carving.
There may also be pumpkin themed treats, licensed bar and reside music on chosen dates. Entry to the Pumpkin Pageant is free. Tickets for the farm park are offered individually.
Discover out extra and guide tickets for the Pumpkin Pageant.
Halloween occasions at Blackgang Chine – chosen dates 23 October to three November 2023
Immerse your self in on this yr’s spooktacular Blackgang Chine Hallowenn even, Frights and Sprites!
There’s a haunted mansion, spine-tingling actions on Rumpus Garden and the possibility to conjure up your individual mystical potions within the Rumpus Laboratory.
Discover out extra on the Blackgang Chine web site.
Wizard Week on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway – 23 to 27 October 2023
There’s wickedly, fantastic enjoyable on the trains this half time period as witches, wizards and different ghouls takeover the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.
Meet the pleasant witches of Havenstreet, see a chook of prey show by Haven Falconry and head to the station yard for horrible tales and mesmerising illusions.
There’s additionally a Halloween treasure hunt and a artful witch dealing out treats (possibly a number of methods).
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Discover out extra about Wizard Week.
Right here’s some extra concepts for issues to do within the Isle of With with youngsters.
Halloween in Kent
Right here’s what’s on in Kent this October half time period:
Halloween at Kent Life – 21 to 29 October 2023
Kent Life is being reworked for the spooky season with pumpkin carving, a creepy nook and enjoyable farm rides. Don’t overlook to put on your finest Halloween fancy gown for the each day competitors.
Discover out extra and guide tickets on the Kent Life web site.
Electrical Medway Pageant – 27 to 29 October 2023
Uncover the fusion of artwork and expertise on the Electrical Medway Pageant, the place three days of cutting-edge digital experiences await.
Guests to this free occasion will have the ability to immerse themselves in VR cinema, augmented actuality historical past trails and reside digital music – all set towards the backdrop of Medway’s on a regular basis areas.
Discover out extra about what’s deliberate for this yr’s Electrical Medway Pageant.
October half time period in Lancashire
Right here’s what’s on in Lancashire this Halloween:
Reaper’s Retribution at The Blackpool Dungeon – 1 October to six November 2023
Right here’s a Halloween time out for you and the kids. This Halloween there’s an additional present included in The Blackpool Dungeon expertise: Reaper’s Retribution.
The Dungeon gives an journey bursting with giggles, ghouls and grisly tales as guests be taught extra about Lancashire’s murky historical past.
The 90 minute live-action expertise mixing enjoyable and laughter with some scares.
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Scarecrow Pageant at Rufford Outdated Corridor – 20 October to five November 2023
The annual Scarecrow Pageant might be going down with an array of unimaginable creations showing across the Victorian and Edwardian grounds of the Tudor corridor.
The theme for 2023 is Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales giving everybody the chance to delve into favorite childhood tales and check out native Lancashire myths and legendary tales.
The competition is included as a part of the traditional admission costs and is free for Nationwide Belief members.
Discover out extra about visiting Rufford Outdated Corridor.
Pumpkin Journey at Windmill Animal Farm – 7 to 29 October 2023
Harvest your individual pumpkin on the farm the place you’ll discover greater than 20,000 grouds.
Tickets additionally embody the Runaway Farm Prepare, Maize Monsters and all of the animal interactions and actions on the farm.
Wheelbarrows are offered and wellies are a should!
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Halloween occasions in Lincolnshire
Right here’s an occasion to take a look at in Lincolnshire this half time period:
Spooky Excursions at Burghley Home – 18 to twenty-eight October 2023
Spooky torchlit excursions of certainly one of England’s grandest Elizabethan homes return this October with extra scary tales and haunting hidden historical past.
Led by ghostly professional Martin Tempest and his fiendish pals, this yr the guided excursions will provide the possibility for guests to courageous the creepiest corners and darkest depths of the grounds at Burghley.
Designed to be scary however enjoyable, the excursions reveal Burghley’s ghostly goings-on throughout the centuries and promise loads of historical past, as nicely as scares, through the 50-minute flickering torchlight trails.
This occasion is really useful for guests aged 12 and up.
Discover out extra and guide your tour.
October half time period occasions in Liverpool
Heres’ the occasions taking place Liverpool at half time period:
River of Gentle – 27 October to five November 2023
This free to go to outside illuminated gallery alongside Liverpool’s Waterfront options ten artworks of sunshine and sound from native, nationwide and worldwide artists.
Extra particulars about this yr’s occasion might be introduced quickly.
Discover out extra about River of Gentle.
Halloween days out in London
Right here’s a few of the October half time period enjoyable taking place in London this yr:
Halloween at The London Dungeon – from 13 October 2023
Face your demons 1815-style on the London Dungeon this October.
Full particulars of this occasion are coming quickly however it’s secure to say it won’t be for the faint hearted (or small ghouls).
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SEA LIFE London: Creepy Creatures – 22 to 31 October 2023
Crawl into SEA LIFE London Aquarium and get nearer to a world of creepy crawlies and curious critters this half time period.
Meet the Rainforest Ranger and assist bust the myths round a few of the rainforest’s creepiest creatures. Immerse your self in a world of creepy crawlies, charming crocs and curious critters. And are available simply centimetres away the UK’s greatest assortment of Piranhas!
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Disney100: The Exhibition, London – from 13 October 2023 to 22 January 2024
Much less spooky however nonetheless positive to be successful over the October half time period holidays, the Disney100 exhibition is coming to London this month.
Celebrating 100 years of The Walt Disney Firm, this iconic occasion might be hosted in London full of characters and tales which have captured the hearts of thousands and thousands each younger and previous.
Disney 100: The Exhibition is the biggest showcase from The Walt Disney Archives ever created and might be hitting England’s capital at ExCel London.
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October half time period in Manchester
There’s a great deal of Halloween occasions in Manchester this yr, together with pumpkin patches within the space.
Right here’s a few my prime picks from the occasions taking place this October:
Halloween Ghost Prepare on the East Lancashire Railway – 27 to twenty-eight October 2023
Step contained in the haunted home that’s landed at East Lancashire Railway and board the ‘scream prepare’ for a monster searching journey.
There’s additionally a spooktacular present, full of much more vibrant characters, going down at common intervals and together with a disco, magic present and fancy gown competitors with prizes.
Discover out extra and guide tickets on the East Lancashire Railway web site.
Need to discover extra? Right here’s some Manchester points of interest that may have Halloween occasions on too.
Halloween days out in Norfolk
Right here’s the place to search out treats in Norfolk this October half time period:
The Superb Glowing Lantern Parade at BeWILDerwood – chosen dates from 14 to 31 October 2023
Head to BeWILDerwood for its most fantastical occasion of the yr, the Superb Glowing Lantern Parade.
Extra particulars might be out there quickly.
Test the BeWILDerwood web site for extra info.
Halloween days out in Nottinghamshire
Discover fiendishly good half time period enjoyable in Nottinghamshire:
Halloween at Belvoir Fortress – 16 to 31 October 2023
Belvoir Fortress is internet hosting a Halloween exercise path with extra treats than methods this half time period.
Gown up in your finest costume and get into the spirit of the spooky season with enjoyable mysteries to resolve and prizes to win alongside the way in which.
Discover out extra on the Belvoir Fortress web site.
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October half time period in Oxfordshire
There might be loads of Halloween enjoyable at this half time period occasion in Oxfordshire:
Halloween at Blenheim Palace – 20 to 29 October 2023
There’s a chill within the air at Blenheim Palace the place ghosts, ghouls and witches are on the brink of ship a complete host of methods and treats alongside a spooktacular path.
Wander from nightfall into darkness and thru the spooky spider tunnel to be stunned by improbable hearth performers as you be careful for the headless horseman rising from the mist.
Uncover scary scarecrows, hearken to the werewolves’ howl and dodge the grinning pumpkins as you method the Vampires crypt.
Discover out extra and guide tickets for the Halloween path at Blenheim Palace.
Moon Witch’s Halloween Journey at Tumblestone Hole – 18 to 29 October 2023
Comply with the clues across the mysterious world of Tumblestone Hole and the Gardens at Stonor to win a particular deal with.
People of Tumblestone Hole may also be studying tales from ‘The Moon Witch and The Thief’ and gifting away spooky non permanent transfers. There might be pumpkins galore and ghoulish surprises.
Discover out extra and guide tickets on the Stonor web site.
Need to discover extra? Right here’s some issues to do in Oxford.
Halloween days out in Staffordshire
Right here’s what’s on in Staffordshire this Halloween:
Gandy’s Circus at Trentham Property, Stoke-on-Trent – 13 to 29 October 2023
Gandeys Circus returns to Trentham with a brand-new action-packed Halloween Spooktacular Huge Prime present for all of the household.
A specifically chosen worldwide solid of skeletons, vampires, Jack o’lanterns and never forgetting Circus Artistes, have been introduced collectively for this yr’s sensational extravaganza.
From the fun acts to the large manufacturing numbers Gandeys are well-known for, it’s all right here and you may be on the sting of your seat with pleasure, rolling within the aisles with laughter, and hiding underneath your coats from the spooky thrills.
Discover out extra about what’s on at Trentham this October.
October half time period days out in Suffolk
Right here’s the place to search out Halloween enjoyable in Suffolk:
Halloweenies at Kentwell Corridor – 23 to 29 October 2023
Take your little witches and wizards to a magical Halloween world at Kentwell Corridor’s Halloweenies College for Sorcery, close to Bury St Edmunds.
Discover the spooky outside zones across the buildings and 30 acres of gardens and grounds for immersive Halloween enjoyable, challenges and actions geared toward kids from three to 14 years of age and their households.
Come wearing your favorite Halloween outfit however as that is an outside occasion guarantee you might be wrapped up warmly beneath.
The home is closed to guests throughout this occasion and advance reserving is required as numbers restricted.
For extra info and to guide go to the Kentwell web site.
Half time period days out in Surrey
Right here’s right here to search out an illuminating occasion taking place in Surrey this October:
Howl’o’ween at Chessington World of Adventures – chosen dates 7 to 30 October 2023
Issues are getting spooky at Chessington on October weekends and through half time period. There might be leisure for all ages, rides at nightfall, Halloween fancy gown competitions and a model new trick or deal with expertise, Enchanted Hole.
Meet the charming animal residents of Enchanted Hole, as you and your loved ones wander by way of the not too long ago unearthed underground city full with Mayor’s home, put up workplace and candy store.
Enchanted Hole is an optionally available additional and will be purchased in a bundle alongside a Howl’o’ween day ticket.
Discover out extra and guide your tickets for Chessington this Halloween.
October half time period and Halloween occasions in West Sussex
Right here’s the place to search out Halloween enjoyable in West Sussex this half time period:
Halloween at Leonardslee Gardens – 22 to 31 October 2023
Dragons, knights and honest maidens are being invited to find the legend of St. Leonards Dragon this half time period.
Comply with the pumpkin path, enter a woodland full of medieval historical past, and uncover the journey that historic St Leonard took to slay our fearful dragon (or did he?).
This Halloween time out is ideal for all knights and honest maidens huge or small. Craft your very personal crown or defend in our Courtyard Café to take in your quest.
Discover out extra about Halloween at Leonardslee Gardens.
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Halloween enjoyable in Warwickshire
Right here’s the place to move for October half time period enjoyable this yr:
Halloween at Warwick Fortress – 1 to 31 October 2023
Enterprise by way of The Haunted Hollows, meet the Witches of Warwick, and discover the fort grounds spooky décor and pumpkins as a part of the Halloween festivities at Warwick Fortress.
Over October half time period there might be a variety of interactive experiences within the Haunted Fortress together with particular Halloween faculties and spooky performances on the Useless Centre Stage.
For these feeling a little bit braver, The Fortress After Darkish expertise (22 to 31 October) will spook guests with fearful frights and haunted spirits.
Discover out extra about what’s on at Warwick Fortress this October.
Issues to do that October half time period in Yorkshire
Right here’s a few of the the Halloween occasions in Yorkshire this half time period:
Frightwater Valley at Lightwater Valley – 28 October to five November 2023
One thing spooky is coming to Lightwater Valley this half time period with actions to maintain younger households eerily entertained in-between rides.
Knock on the trick or deal with doorways, meet ghastly ghouls or bothersome beasties and get misplaced within the scare maze.
Discover out extra about what’s on at Lightwater Valley.
Gentle Spectacular at North Yorkshirre Moors Railway – chosen dates from 27 October to 12 November 2023
Because the darker nights attract, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is making ready for its annual October Gentle Spectacular Occasion which is able to depart from Pickering station each night throughout October half time period.
Tickets for the vastly well-liked audio and visible sensory journey adorned with 17,000 LEDs are £30 per individual, and embody an hour-long illuminated expertise from Pickering to Levisham station.
To seek out out extra and guide tickets for the Gentle Spectacular.
Illuminated Abbey at Whitby Abbey – 21 to 31 October 2023
Whitby Abbey will as soon as once more be illuminated after darkish with the possibility to expertise the story of Dracula delivered to life.
This yr is the 126th anniversary of the publication of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, so the place higher to have a good time Halloween than at its inspirational gothic backdrop.
Discover out extra concerning the illuminations at this English Heritage website.
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