There are always lots of things to do for children, families and adults around South Warwickshire in the run up to Halloween and we have so many great venues that organise special events for this period.
There are lots of opportunities for fun days out with the children in the half-term holidays leading up to Halloween on October 31st.
Here are a few that I’ve found and many of these are also highlighted in our Events listings:-
Kenilworth Castle:
Discover some spooky secrets and ghastly tales. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/halloween-family-fun-trail-kc-27-oct/
Castle Green Off Castle Road Kenilworth, CV8 1NE
Halloween Family Fun Trail Sat 20 Oct - Sun 4 Nov 2012
Discover some spooky secrets and ghastly tales as you take on our ghostly trail this Halloween. Are you brave enough to take on the challenge? If so, a terrible treat awaits you!
Kenilworth Castle:
Halloween Ghost Tours:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/halloween-ghost-tours-kc-27-oct/
Fri 26, Sat 27 & Wed 31 Oct 2012
Especially for Halloween, join our eerie evening tour around the castle and gatehouse. Hear tales of dark deeds, ghostly apparitions and scary happenings. (Over 16s only). Tours last approx 45 minutes. Mug of hot soup is included in price. Please wear comfortable footwear and dress warmly.
Hallowe’en Ghost Walk Through Stratford-upon-Avon:
Sat 27 October, 6pm, 6.45pm, 7.30pm & 8.15pm Ghostly Walk through the ancient streets of 'haunted' Stratford, with a private tour of 'haunted' Hall's Croft & mulled wine/soft drink. Join Vincent, Blake, Mib or Jocasta Spell for an entertaining evening of ghostly stories, magic & spells. Duration 2hrs. Adults £12.50, Children £9.50. Booking is necessary - call 07855 770377. For more details see http://www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk/
Family Fun Days Packwood House,
Packwood Lane, Lapworth, B94 6AT.
Sat 27-Sun 28 October & Tues 30 October-Sun 4 November, 11am-3.30pm
Spooky outdoor trail with take-home activities. £2 per child. For more details call 01564 782024 or see www.nationaltrust.org.uk/packwood-house/
Warwick Castle:
Halloween at the Haunted Castle:
http://www.warwick-castle.com/special-event/7/halloween-at-the-haunted-castle-
10am-9pm.aspx 27th October - 4th November 2012
Looking for the fright of your life this Halloween? There is something for all thrill seekers and families when The Haunted Castle returns for its 5th year, where a week of ghoulish goings-on will be sure to chill you to the bone. For the first time ever, Warwick Castle will stay open until 9pm every night... but be warned to keep your wits about you as the ghosts become even more restless after dark!
Don't forget, groups of 10+ can receive 50% off Halloween day time tickets.
Halloween themes dining experiences:
http://www.warwick-castle.com/whats-on/halloween-themed-dining-evenings.aspx
Saturday 27th to Wednesday 31st October Enjoy an amazing evening in historic surroundings with our special Halloween themed dining packages. Choose from the family friendly Spooky Suppers, a fright-filled Dungeons After Dark Halloween event or Dine Through Time with a Guy Fawkes twist. Enhance your visit to Warwick Castle by attending one of our fabulously spooky suppers - great fun for the whole family. Enjoy a sumptuous 2 course meal and entertainment from the Haunted Castle’s finest characters. A great way to compliment your day or evening visit to Warwick Castle.
If you are running a special event for Halloween and would like it listing here, just drop me an email at leamington@thebestof.co.uk
