Halloween is only weeks away and we are already full of spooky anticipation. So, whether you’re planning pumpkin carving, trick or treating or just some fright night movie fun during your stay, we’ve got the best events in the local areas lined up for you.
Mother Shipton’s Halloween
Mother Shipton’s Cave gets even spookier with a Halloween Haunted Village, witches, skeletons, spiders, and ghosts. Open from October 28 to November 5, guests are encouraged to wear their best fancy dress for competitions and photo opportunities. Find out more here
Halloween at The Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner hosts Halloween fun from October 21 to November 5. Explore spooky creatures, participate in fancy dress competitions, and enjoy the labyrinth, folly, unique buildings, and statues. Find out more here
Kiplin Hall and Gardens Crowe’s Wood Halloween Trail
Explore spooks, witch’s hats, and more on a spooky amble through Crowe’s Wood at Kiplin Hall & Gardens. The event runs from October 20, 10 am to 5 pm, daily, to November 5. Find out more here
The Original Ghost Walk Of York
Explore York’s ghostly history with The Original Ghost Walk of York. Known for its team’s knowledge of all things spooky, the tour takes you to York’s most haunted locations, sharing folklore and legends every evening, with extra walks planned for Halloween. Find out more here
Bolton Castle Halloween Events
Join us for some spooky fun at Bolton Castle with our Halloween trail! Count the pumpkins, make a witch’s spell, and listen to our story about the Grumpkins. The event runs from October 14 at 10:00 am to October 29 at 5:00 pm. Admission is £12.50. Find out more here
Fairhursts Halloween Trail & Pumpkin Patch
From October 23 to October 29, come and enjoy Fairhursts’ first-ever Halloween event. Explore our pumpkin patch, follow the trail, play games, and visit our food stall. The event is free and available during cafe opening hours. Find out more here
The Brockhole Halloween Experience:
Get ready for the scariest Halloween Experience at Brockhole from October 21 to October 29, 2023, open from 9 am to 5 pm (activities start at 10 am). Don’t miss out on new activities like Axe Throwing, the Haunted Forest, Tipi of Terror, Arachnid Assault, Spooky Pet Encounter, and Laser Tag in the Wood. Tickets on sale now! Find out more here
Lakeland Maze Halloween Event
Join us for a family-friendly Halloween event at Lakeland Maze Farm Park from October 23 to October 31. Enjoy a Treat-sure hunt mini maze, fun and games with a spooky theme, meet Halloween characters, a spooky kids disco, fancy dress competitions, and more. Find out more here
Keswick Museum Halloween Workshop
Create your medieval monster at Keswick Museum this Halloween! Sculpt a spooky gargoyle from clay with funny features and gruesome details. Sessions at 11 am-12 pm and 1.30 pm-2.30 pm, suitable for all ages. £5 per session (museum admission not included). Special offer family ticket for museum exploration at £10 (valid on the day of the booked activity). Find out more here