Halloween is creeping up on us and there’s no shortage of thrilling activities this spooky season! 🎃
Whether you’re a fan of ghost tours, pumpkin carving, or fright nights, this is your go-to guide for the best things to do over Halloween this year. So, grab your broomsticks and prepare for a bewitching journey through all the spooktacular fun that awaits!
1. The Dark Arts at The Making of Harry Potter
Slytherins unite! Get your wands at the ready because the Dark Arts exhibit has returned to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. For two thrilling months, the Making of Harry Potter in Watford is getting a dose of Lord Voldemort’s presence in the form of the sinister Dark Mark. This ominous symbol will guide you on an enchanting journey through all the iconic Harry Potter film sets.
From the enchanting Great Hall decorated with levitating pumpkins to the spine-tingling Forbidden Forest home to giant spiders, your magical Halloween adventure awaits. And for those who’ve mastered their spells, a live duel with Death Eaters beckons – Stupefy!
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2. Halloween at Leeds Castle
Make your way to Leeds Castle this October and prepare for an experience that’ll ignite your imagination and leave you utterly spellbound. The Guardians of the Grounds haunted Halloween Quest transforms young adventurers into spell seekers on a thrilling interactive journey through the mystical Leeds Castle grounds. Their mission? To collect the missing pieces of a potent spell that will unlock the secrets of Leeds Castle and help break the eerie curse!
But fret not, for this journey is brimming with surprises and friendly characters eager to lend a hand. Don’t miss out on this Halloween adventure at Leeds Castle, where excitement awaits around every corner.
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3. The Edinburgh Dungeon
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Brace yourself for a journey back in time and into the darkest depths of history with a visit to the Edinburgh Dungeon. This interactive and immersive experience will take you on a terrifying journey through the most chilling moments of Edinburgh’s past.
Located in the heart of the capital, meet chilling live characters, from evil witches to sinister doctors and experience the thrilling drop ride and an underground journey through Scotland’s spooky history. The Edinburgh Dungeon promises to be a hair-raising and unforgettable adventure!
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4. Smuggle drinks at Alcotraz Cardiff: Cell Block Nine-One
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Looking for a spooky and fun Halloween extravaganza this October? Check out the Alcotraz Cardiff: Cell Block Nine-One! This immersive experience will have you and your friends feeling like you’ve been locked up in a haunted jail and once “convicted,” you’ll be led to your cell block, where you’ll be surrounded by spooky decor and actors. A mysterious bootlegging gang will then give you a secret mission: to smuggle in liquor and create delicious Halloween-themed cocktails.
It’s a thrilling and unforgettable experience that’s perfect for celebrating Halloween with your pals. Just don’t get caught by the warden!
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5. Thorpe Park Fright Nights
The ultimate destination for spooky season has got to be Thorpe Park in Surrey, where only the bravest souls will enter. Come face-to-face with the most dreaded and tormented terrors in scare mazes and scare zones – featuring live actors, special effects and frights around every corner.
There’ll be shows featuring live stage performers and special effects that will leave you petrified. And of course, there are tons of thrilling rides to check out after dark – don’t forget to get your scream ready for Hyperia, the UK’s tallest, fastest and most weightless rollercoaster.
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6. PYO pumpkins at Tulleys Pumpkin Farm
Pumpkin picking is great fun for the whole family – plus it makes for stunning Instagram content! At Tulleys Pumpkin Farm in Crawley, you can explore 100 acres of farmland, take your pick from 1 million pumpkins and capture endless autumnal memories.
Discover the pumpkin village and food court, packed with yummy street food to keep everyone happy throughout your cosy day out – from loaded fries and smash burgers to hot waffles and beloved pumpkin spice lattes! Or if you’re looking for an unforgettable evening out, Tulley’s PYO pumpkin nights are the perfect choice for moonlit walks through the farm.
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7. Visit Whitby Abbey
Known for sparking Bram Stoker’s creative juices to write the spine-tingling tale of Dracula, Whitby Abbey is an absolute must-visit, especially as Halloween creeps up on us. Climb those jaw-dropping 199 steps and step into the realm of ancient ruins, all while soaking in the breathtaking sea views. Then round off your adventure by exploring the museum.
It’s a fantastic way to sneak in some history lessons for the kiddos while having a monstrously good time!
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8. Scarefest at Alton Towers
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time this October at Alton Towers’ Scarefest! With spooktacular fun, hair-raising scare mazes and rides hidden in darkness, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.
As the nights grow longer, Scarefest beckons, offering a thrilling adventure for all ages. From live entertainment to award-winning scare experiences that’ll test even the bravest souls, there’s something for everyone. And don’t forget, Alton Towers is open until 9pm each day, giving you the chance to conquer heart-pounding rides like Wicker Man and all new for 2024 Nemesis Reborn under the cover of night. So, grab your bravest buddies and make your way to Scarefest for a hauntingly good time!
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9. Halloween at Blenheim Palace
As Halloween looms nearer, a chill fills the air, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience at Blenheim Palace. This October the autumnal grounds are set to come alive with ghosts, ghouls and witches, all ready to surprise you with a delightful mix of tricks and treats along a spooktacular trail. As darkness falls, embark on a journey through a spooky spider tunnel dotted with fantastic fire performers. Listen to the spine-tingling howls of werewolves and dodge the grinning pumpkins as you explore.
But fear not, after all these hair-raising encounters, there’s a welcome twist with the sweetest of treats awaiting you. Enjoy a fiendishly good hot toddy or devilishly decadent hot chocolate while toasting marshmallows by the fire. So, join in the Halloween madness, and don’t forget to dress up – who knows, you might even want to do a little scaring yourself!
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10. Escape the terror-ific Newsham Scream Park
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Newsham Scream Park is a must-visit for any Halloween enthusiast seeking a heart-pounding thrill. Hosted in the historic city of Liverpool, this returning scream park attraction promises to deliver an unforgettable experience in one of the city’s spookiest locations.
As you wander through the eerie corridors of Newsham Park Hospital, prepare to be startled by lurking live actions, spine-chilling sounds and surprises at every turn. Plus, with four all-new scare attractions for 2024, be sure to check out the huge new food court, the ‘Horror Selfie Museum’ and stage acts scare even a seasoned horror fan.
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12. Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
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Looking for a brick-tastic Halloween adventure the whole family will love? LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is a spooktacular experience for the whole family! With their Brick or Treat event, the park transforms into a magical wonderland filled with ghostly surprises. From mysterious LEGO models to thrilling rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
One of the highlights of Brick or Treat is the Monster Street. Say BOO to a procession of friendly, ghoulish characters and enjoy plenty of trick-or-treating with LEGO-themed treats available at various locations throughout the resort. Or head over to the Haunted Monster Party with your invitation from Lord Vampyre himself! Dance and party with other fellow little monsters and get the whole family involved in this spooky extravaganza.
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11. Tulleys Shocktober Fest
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Up for a fright this October? Tulleys Shocktober Fest is the place to be! This isn’t your average Halloween event – this is Europe’s largest scream park! Get ready to be spooked as you wander through creepy mazes filled with menacing characters and jump scares galore. The atmosphere is so eerie you’ll be shivering with excitement!
It’s the perfect place to get your heart racing and your adrenaline pumping. But don’t worry, it’s not all scares and frights! Between facing your fears, you can grab a bite to eat, enjoy some live entertainment and soak up the spooky atmosphere with your friends.
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13. CULTPLEX’s STAB horror film season
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