Things to do in Herefordshire October half term and Halloween 2025
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 2025
Berrington Hall’s Ghastly Georgians trail offers a regency-themed Halloween adventure for families — follow a trail sheet around the house and grounds to uncover gruesome (and entertaining) facts from the Georgian era, take part in spooky family activities and collect a prize at the end. No advance booking is needed. £3 per trail on top of normal admission cost.
Dates: 25th October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Berrington Hall
Brockhampton National Trust Herefordshire October half term
Embark on a spellbinding autumn outing at Brockhampton with the Moth Half-Term Trail, an enchanting outdoor adventure that encourages children to explore the fascinating world of moths through interactive exhibits, creative challenges, and educational displays. Designed to spark curiosity and wonder, this family-friendly trail includes a small prize at the end, combining nature discovery with hands-on fun. Advance booking not required. £3 per trail on top of normal admission cost.
Dates: 25th October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Brockhampton
Croft Castle National Trust Herefordshire October half term
There are a two fab events happening at Croft Castle this October half term ensuring both daytime family fun and evening entertainment for the adults.
Haunted Half Term Trail
This October half-term, venture into the eerie corridors of Croft Castle for a spine-tingling Haunted Half-Term Trail. Families can grab a trail sheet from Visitor Reception and immerse themselves in a spooky scavenger hunt. Spot hidden ghosts and mysterious sightings throughout the castle and gardens, all while soaking up the spooky atmosphere of one of the Midlands’ most haunted houses. At the end of the quest, little explorers receive a fun prize to celebrate their ghost-hunting triumph. With plenty of fresh air, historic charm, and autumnal thrills, this event offers a delightfully spooky and family-friendly outing for half-term.
Dates: 25th October to 2nd November 2025
After Hours Ghost Tour
Step beyond the familiar for a thrilling nighttime adventure at Croft Castle with the After-Hours Ghost Tour, offering brave families a spine-tingling experience as they explore the castle’s haunted corridors under atmospheric lighting. As you wander through this evocative historic setting—twilight heightening the dramatic Gothic architecture—you’ll uncover eerie tales and ghostly whispers that linger within these storied walls. It’s a hauntingly memorable way to experience the castle from a different, more mysterious perspective.
Dates: 24th October to 1st November 2025
Website: Croft Castle
Goodrich Castle English Heritage Herefordshire October half term
There are no particular events taking place at Goodrich Castle during October half term 2025, but it’s always a great day out and they’re open all week. This is a fascinating historical castle that offers visitors a free audio guide to hear about its eventful past. Children will enjoy the free family game that features nine cartoon characters. Each one represents someone who would have lived at the castle. If you manage to climb to the top of the tower, you will enjoy views across the Wye Valley and both English and Welsh countryside.
Dates: Open daily throughout October 2025.
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 of pumpkins and gourdes to choose from. 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: 26th to 30th October 2025.
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
Enjoy a unique mix of magic, mystery and family-friendly fun at Ralph Court Gardens this Halloween. By day, the gardens transform with playful spooky displays, from the singing pumpkin trio and shy ghosts to an eerie graveyard beneath the grand house. Families can explore light-hearted frights, listen to Dracula’s grumbles about being disturbed, and giggle along with crypt-side jokes, making it a Halloween adventure suitable for all ages.
Dates: 4th October to 2nd November 2025.
Evening event
After dark, Ralph Court Gardens transforms into a cosmic Halloween adventure filled with dazzling lights, alien encounters, and spine-tingling surprises. Visitors can explore glowing gardens, encounter the legendary Ambassador Vorak, and test their bravery in the Ralph family’s Haunted House or the eerie graveyard. Along the way, enjoy animated characters, a skeleton band light show, fortune-telling with Zelda the Magnificent, and prehistoric thrills in Dinosaur World, all blended with playful frights and family-friendly fun for a truly out-of-this-world Halloween experience.
Dates: 23rd October to 1st November 2025.
Website: Ralph Court Gardens.
