Getting in the mood for the spooky season
If you want something scary - but not TOO scary - to thrill your kids this Halloween, these family-friendly activities offer plenty of freaky fun.
Make your kids' Halloween memorable this year with one of these ghoulishly delightful events. From ghostly walking tours to creepy crafts classes, there's something here for every little monster.
It's time for the whole family to face its fears (whether wellies, wind or witches).
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Howl’o’ween at Chessington World of Adventures
Chessington World of Adventures is hosting its annual Howl'o'ween event from October 5th to November 3rd, 2024.
The family-friendly event includes spooky attractions like the Vile Villagers in Wild Woods and the new Enchanted Hollow experience, along with Halloween-themed shows and entertainment.
General tickets start at £35 per person, with free entry for children under 90cm—book tickets on the official Chessington website.
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Halloween at Discovery Land
This Halloween, Discovery Land at Priory Farm, Redhill, is hosting The Festival of Nature’s Hallows from October 4, 2024.
The event features a family-friendly Halloween trail where participants can help magical characters solve a mystery caused by the mischievous Weather Witch and Mud Monsters.
Visitors can also enjoy pumpkin picking with a tractor ride to the pumpkin fields, a Hay Bale Maze, and themed photo opportunities.
Tickets are £10 for peak times and £8 for off-peak, with booking required for ages 2 and above. For more details and booking, visit the Priory Farm website
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Ghost Tour of Guildford
Surrey, GU1 3YLThe Ghost Tour of Guildford offers a spooky, historical walking tour through the haunted streets of Guildford.
Led by professional guide Philip Hutchinson, the tour explores eerie locations such as the Guildhall, medieval buildings, and haunted alleys.
Tours typically run on Friday and Saturday nights, with prices starting at £10 for adults and £5 for children.
For more information on dates and booking, visit Ghost Tour of Guildford.
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Wizards and Witches Week at Bockett Farm
Bocketts Farm is hosting a fun-filled "Witches and Wizards Week" from October 26 to November 3, 2024.
This event features a variety of Halloween-themed activities, including Tom's Talking Reptile Roadshow, science and slime shows, a spooky stamp trail, and pumpkin picking in the Pumpkin Village.
Kids can also enjoy a Monster Mash Bubble Disco and explore the Creepy Craft Corner. Standard farm entry prices apply, with tickets available online.
Be sure to visit the farm's website for more details and booking information: Bocketts Farm Halloween Events.
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Secretts Pumpkin Week
Secretts Pumpkin Week, running from October 19 to October 30, 2024, offers a festive family-friendly experience at Secretts of Milford.
Visitors can embark on a scavenger hunt along a spooky trail leading to a pumpkin patch filled with a variety of homegrown pumpkins. After selecting your pumpkins (priced by size), enjoy themed treats like pumpkin soup, curry, and cake.
Additional fun includes a fancy-dress competition, face painting, and a mini-carousel.
Tickets are priced per session and must be pre-booked. More details and booking information can be found here.
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Godstone Farm's Halloween Extravaganza
Godstone Farm’s Halloween event is a family-friendly extravaganza running from October 26th to November 3rd, 2024.
Visitors can enjoy spooky activities like pumpkin carving, a marshmallow-toasting campfire, and mini-golf, all while exploring the farm’s usual animal interactions and fun playgrounds.
There’s also a Halloween quiz trail and arts and crafts to keep everyone entertained. The event is included with your admission, but some activities like pumpkin carving have additional costs.
Book tickets online to avoid missing out on this spooktacular adventure! Find more details and book at Godstone Farm's official site.
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Halloween at G Live
G Live in Guildford has some exciting events lined up for Halloween 2024.
Highlights include the Pumpkin Carving Craft Café on Friday, October 25th, a free family-friendly event where kids and adults can get creative with pumpkin designs.
For a spookier evening, catch the Hellfire Comedy Club on Thursday, October 24th, offering a darkly comedic take on the Halloween season.
Tickets and details can be found on the official G Live website here
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Halloween at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is hosting a spine-tingling Halloween event from October 26 to November 3, 2024.
Visitors can explore the palace's eerie corridors filled with atmospheric projections, creepy sound effects, and the chilling presence of its infamous ghosts. As part of the family-friendly experience, you can seek out ghosts, listen to spooky stories, and enjoy Halloween-themed treats.
This haunting adventure is included in the general admission ticket, priced between £13.10 and £14.50 for children, and £26.30 to £29 for adults.
For more details and booking, visit Hampton Court Palace's website
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Halloween Mobile Crafting at The Lightbox
The Lightbox in Woking is hosting a Spooky Week for the October half-term, running from October 23 to 27, 2024.
Kids can take part in Halloween-themed arts and crafts, where they can create spooky lanterns, decorate masks, and more. These fun and creative activities are perfect for families looking to enjoy some half-term fun with a Halloween twist.
Prices start at £8 per child, and spaces are limited, so booking is recommended. For more details and to book tickets, visit their official October Half Term page
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Gatton Trust
Gatton Park
Rocky Lane , Surrey, RH2 0TDGatton Park’s "Halloween Wizards and Witches" event will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Perfect for younger children, this family-friendly event offers a spooky trail around the grounds, Halloween-themed activities, and a prize for the best costume.
The event costs £6 for adults and £3 for children when booked online, with on-the-day pricing available. Themed refreshments will also be available. For more information and booking details, visit the Gatton Park website
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Denbies Wine Estate
Denbies Wine Estate is hosting a range of Halloween-themed events in 2024.
One highlight is the Spooky Halloween Train Ride, running from October 28 to November 1, where families can take a haunted tour through the estate's scenic vineyard. Kids will also enjoy the Creepy Critters Halloween Workshop on October 30 and the Spooky Halloween Fancy Dress Disco on October 31.
Ticket prices vary depending on the activity, with some events starting as low as £10. You can book tickets and find more details on the Denbies website
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Spooky Fun at Squires
Squire’s Garden Centres will host a variety of Halloween Spooky Half-Term activities from Monday 23rd to Friday 27th October 2024.
Their Create & Grow event invites children to paint a ceramic tealight holder shaped like a witch's hat (for £6.50), which comes with a battery-operated LED tealight.
Additionally, children can participate in a free ghost hunt around the garden centre with a sticker prize at the end. Fancy dress is encouraged!
Be sure to book your spot in advance either online or in-store. For more details, visit Squire’s Garden Centres
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