Things to do in Herefordshire October half term and Halloween 2024
There are some lovely things to do in Herefordshire and the surrounding areas this October half term and Halloween. This is a comprehensive list of days out in Herefordshire, as well as other activities such as pumpkin picking. You can jump straight to each one using the links in the table below. Please do let me know if I’ve missed any brilliant events off the list, I’d be happy to add them in. Advance booking is essential at all attractions unless otherwise stated.
This post covers the county of Herefordshire only. If you are looking for October half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Berrington Hall National Trust Herefordshire October half term 2024
There’s a murder mystery trail at Berrington Hall this October half term. Little sleuths have the opportunity to work out who murdered the head gardener. The trail cost is £3 including a prize. On 31st October, children can enjoy a potion making workshop as well.
Dates: 26th October to 3rd November 2024.
Website: Berrington Hall
Brockhampton National Trust Herefordshire October half term
Discover medieval Hallowtide traditions at Brockhampton this October half term. Enjoy fun activities and foraged autumnal decorations. Delicious seasonal recipe ideas are on hand alongside displays that visitors can touch and smell. Look out for spooky spirits that will be hidden away around the manor house. There’s also a trail for little ones to search for missing pumpkins and see if they can work out which of the Halloween creatures have taken them. The trail cost is £3 including a prize.
Dates: 26th October to 3rd November 2024.
Website: Brockhampton
Croft Castle National Trust Herefordshire October half term
There are a few fun things happening at Croft Castle this October half term including both family fun and evening entertainment for the adults.
- Broomstick agility: Challenge friends and family to a race on one of Croft Castle’s broomsticks on the front lawn.
- Paranormal investigator trail: Brave children can explore the castle and gardens looking for ghosts in what is reportedly the most haunted house in the Midlands. The trail costs £3 including a prize.
- After dark ghost tour: Adults only on the after-dark ghost tour of Croft Castle. Follow the guide around the castle listening to chilling tales, before enjoying a light, two-course supper in the tea-room.
Dates: Children’s events take place from 26th October to 3rd November 2024 and the after-dark event is on 26th October.
Website: Croft Castle
Goodrich Castle English Heritage Herefordshire October half term
It’s a ghoulish Halloween half term at Goodrich Castle. Learn how to spot a witch as you step in as a witch-finder. Hands on experiments and trials will help you to put witches to the test. Children can follow the Halloween Quest, solving clues as they explore the castle.
Dates: 26th October to 3rd November 2024.
Website: Goodrich Castle.
Pumpkin Pete’s
Pumpkin Pete’s advertises itself as the most affordable day out in the area. I’m not sure about that, but they do sell particularly reasonably priced pumpkins that you can pick yourself from the pumpkin patch. This year there are 20 different varieties. During half term, visitors can enjoy a Busy Lizzie’s pizza, meet creepy crawlies and even ride a pony as well as picking up a pumpkin. There will also be face painting, entertainment and a barrel train. Advance booking is required for Pumpkin Pete’s.
Dates: 28th and 29th September and 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th and 26th to 30th October 2024.
Website: Pumpkin Pete’s.
Ralph Court Gardens
Ralph Court Gardens really does go all-out for Halloween. Combining light and sound effects, smoke, glowing pumpkins and animated characters, this is a Halloween experience suitable for all ages. Choose between a daytime visit or exploring after dark.
Daytime event
Children can play on inflatables, and visit the graveyard, flower seller and haunted house. Check out the coffin measuring service and watch animatronic witches make potions with their coven. Look out for Halloween characters in the themed areas and little ones can win a gift for completing a free quiz. This year, the Gremlins have arrived at Ralph Court Gardens. Make sure they don’t get wet!
Dates: 4th October to 3rd November 2024.
Evening event
From 6pm to 8.30pm, head to Ralph Court Gardens to meet the shy ghosts and pumpkin trio. Look out for the graveyard where previous visitors have ended up and don’t forget to visit the Ralph family haunted house. Displays are for all ages and the haunted Manor is just for those who like a fright! Each evening, a unique light show takes place combining smoke with Halloween tunes to bring the gothic house to life. Advance booking is essential for the evening event.
Dates: 24th October to 2nd November 2024.
Website: Ralph Court Gardens.
