8 raring2go.co.uk 9 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Let’s This! Adventure Valley Pumpkin Festival, Durham 15 & 16 October & 22 - 30 October Pick your pumpkin* from the pumpkin patch and get carving! Watch daily shows & follow the spooky trail! Aim and re at our corn cob catapult! Includes full access to all the rides and attractions *Every paying child receives a FREE pumpkin! More details and buy tickets online at https://www.adventurevalley.co.uk/ Go Bats: October half term at Durham Cathedral 22 and 24-29 October, 11am-3.30pm Learn about the bats that live in the cathedral as they go to sleep for the winter and create your own little bat. Free drop-in activity. https://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/ 22-30 Oct Halloween Spooktacular at Whitehouse Farm, Morpeth Creep through the Walkway of Terror, watch Magic Merlin's Spooktacular Show plus lots of spooky activities throughout the day. Make sure you come dressed to impress and enter our fancy dress competition and don't forget to pick up your FREE PUMPKIN - one available for every paying child. BUY TICKETS ONLINE - whitehousefarm.co.uk Magical Trails at Raby Castle NEW After dark twilight trail within their woodland adventure playground, The Plotters’ Forest. Magical inhabitants will be taking on a life of their own for an exciting mix of challenge and discovery at this creepy time of year. For those who are looking for a daytime experience, there will also be a Halloween Trail at The Plotters’ Forest PLUS a Witches and Wizards Trail across the Deer Park from 15th to 30th October for budding sorcerers. Hair Raising Halloween at High Force Waterfall A series of hair-raising clues will need to be collected along the spectacular woodland walk way to solve the puzzle so families can make it back to High Force Hotel – and maybe indulge in a delicious treat for completing the spooky mission! https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/ 22-30 Oct Gothic Tales Trail at NT Ormesby Hall, Middlesbrough Get in the spirit of Halloween with a visit to Ormesby Hall during October Half Term! Imaginations can run wild as this historic house and garden come alive for the spookiest time of the year. Step inside the house to see it decorated for Halloween and follow the gothic tales trail in the garden. There will also be the chance to explore the house at night, with late night opening on select dates. For more information on events, please check the Ormesby Hall website before visiting. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ormesby-hall Halloween Half Term Happenings Hopetown, Darlington Hopetown Comic Con 2026 – 3 Oct Enter a universe of fandom at Hopetown Comic Con. Meet iconic characters, enjoy live entertainment, browse traders and take part in a spectacular cosplay competition. From Doctor Who and superheroes to fantasy and science fiction favourites, this family-friendly celebration brings fans together for an unforgettable day. Spooktown – 24 Oct – 1 Nov Get ready for family-friendly Halloween fun at Spooktown. Discover spooky trails, themed activities, seasonal entertainment and plenty of autumn adventures. With surprises around every corner, it’s the perfect destination for little monsters, brave explorers and families looking to create spooky Halloween memories at Hopetown Darlington. Halloween Family Fun Day – 31 Oct Enjoy a frightfully fun day for the whole family at Hopetown’s Halloween Family Fun Day. Packed with spooky entertainment, themed activities, games, character appearances and seasonal surprises, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween together. Come dressed up and enjoy a day filled with autumn magic and family fun. Little Monsters Halloween Bash – 31 Oct Calling all little monsters! This Halloween party is designed especially for younger children, featuring music, dancing, games, spooky fun and plenty of opportunities to show off costumes. With a friendly atmosphere and age-appropriate entertainment, it’s the perfect Halloween celebration for children looking for magical seasonal fun. hopetowndarlington.co.uk Ghost Train – 24 Oct – 1 Nov Prepare for a journey into the unknown aboard the Ghost Train. Travel through a world of mystery, surprises and Halloween thrills as eerie sights and sounds bring the spirit of the season to life. Perfect for families seeking spooky fun, this unique experience delivers Halloween excitement around every turn. Trick or Treat Trail – 24 Oct – 1 Nov Follow the Trick or Treat Trail through Hopetown and uncover Halloween surprises along the way. Young explorers can complete challenges, solve clues and discover hidden treats while exploring the site. Packed with seasonal fun and spooky discoveries, this family-friendly adventure is perfect for little Halloween enthusiasts. Halloween Bushcraft Experience - 26 Oct Venture into the haunted corners of Hopetown for a Halloween-themed bushcraft adventure. Discover outdoor survival skills, seasonal activities and spooky woodland challenges in a unique hands-on experience. Combining nature, creativity and Halloween fun, this family-friendly event offers a different way to celebrate the autumn season. Big Science Spooktacular Show – 30 Oct Experience a thrilling mix of science and Halloween at the Big Science Spooktacular Show. Expect explosive experiments, amazing demonstrations and plenty of audience participation as science takes a spooky turn. Packed with fun, learning and laughter, it’s a spectacular event guaranteed to amaze curious minds of all ages. hopetowndarlington.co.uk Please do check all event details online as some events need prebooking.
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