Although Halloween is October 31st, Surrey enjoys celebrating the holiday with various activities and events during the October half-term.
From pumpkin picking to spooky trails, Surrey has something for everyone, offering a week of spooky fun for the young and the young at heart. Let's delve into the best Halloween activities that this charming country has to offer.
1. Witches and Wizards Week at Bocketts Farm
Date: October 26th - November 3rd, 2024
Address: Young St, Fetcham, Leatherhead KT22 9BS, United Kingdom
Prepare yourself for the ultimate fun during Witches and Wizards week at Bocketts Farm. Meet various reptiles & creepy crawlies during Tom's Talking Reptile Roadshow, enjoy wickedly wonderful science and slime shows, partake in the Monster Mash Bubble Disco, and stroll through the spooktacular trail!
You will also have the opportunity to go pumpkin picking, create and make Halloween crafts in the Creepy Craft Corner, and hop on one of the tractor and trailer rides. There is so much to do at this event - you will not want to miss it!
2. Halloween at Godstone Farm
Date: October 26th - November 3rd, 2024
Address: Farm Limited, Tilburstow Hill Rd, Godstone RH9 8LX, United Kingdom
Halloween at Godstone Farm offers a delightful mix of family-friendly activities with a spooky twist. Visitors can enjoy classic farm attractions and festive Halloween fun, including pumpkin carving, marshmallow toasting, and a spooky quiz trail.
Children and families can explore the farm trail, interact with animals, and partake in fang-tastic arts and crafts. With access to the Reptile House, Rabbit Walk, and the World of Dinosaur Roar! Discovery Trail, there is plenty to see and do.
3. Spooktacular Fun at RHS Wisley
Date: October 26th - November 3rd, 2024
Address: Wisley Ln, Wisley, Woking GU23 6QB, United Kingdom
RHS Garden Wisley is a fantastic option for spending your October half term with the family, offering a range of spooktacular Halloween activities. The spooky Halloween trail invites visitors to learn about the most wicked plants lurking in the garden.
Moreover, the ZooLab introduces you to fascinating creatures along the way. Children can enjoy "ghostly" seed planting and spooky-themed crafts, adding to the festive fun. For extra entertainment, do not miss Chris Jarvis from CBeebies and his fun-filled show, The Spooky Plant.
4. Pumpkin Festival at Crockford Bridge Farm
Date: October 25th - November 1st, 2024
Address: Crockford Bridge Farm, Addlestone
The Pumpkin Festival at Crockford Bridge Farm offers a magical, family-friendly experience filled with autumn fun and creativity.
As you embark on a narrated journey to the Land of Oz, you will encounter immersive festival performers who bring the story to life. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the event, with prizes for the most original costumes, following the theme of Oz.
The outdoor pumpkin carving area allows families to get creative without the mess at home, while the quirky pumpkin displays and installations provide perfect backdrops for memorable photos.
The festival also features vintage fairground games with a pumpkin twist, a word hunt through the Land of Oz, and delicious treats from the Ice Cream Parlour and Hot Chocolate Shack. Moreover, street food vendors will be on-site for lunchtime, ensuring various tasty options for everyone to feast on.
5. Halloween Afternoon Tea at Oatlands Park Hotel
Date: Dates Have Yet to be Posted for 2024
Address: 146 Oatlands Dr, Weybridge KT13 9HB, United Kingdom
Enjoy a delightful Halloween afternoon tea with themed treats and eerie decorations, perfect for a spooktacular Halloween celebration.
Delve into an array of devilish delights, including tea sandwiches, warm scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, and Halloween-themed cakes. These delicious treats pair well with Birchall’s exquisite loose-leaf teas or freshly brewed coffee.
There are also soft drinks, water, and milk for the kiddos. They can also come in their favorite Halloween costumes to fully immerse themselves in the Halloween spirit!
6. Denbies Spooky Halloween Train Ride and More
Date: October 28th - November 1st, 2024
Address: Bradley Ln, Dorking RH5 6AA, United Kingdom
Visit Denbies Wine Estate during the October half term for a spooky Halloween train ride. While on the train ride, look out for creepy crawlies hiding in the forest and check them off in your Halloween passport book for the Spooky Treasure Hunt.
Denbies is also hosting two other Halloween events with ticket sales available. On October 30, the Creepy Critters Halloween Workshop, hosted by Zoolab, invites children to meet snakes, spiders, snails, and other fascinating creatures. It's a great opportunity for little ones to overcome their fears and learn about animals that might give them the chills.
Then, on October 31, Denbies will host a Spooky Halloween Fancy Dress Disco. Children can dress up as their favorite spooky characters and enjoy a traditional Halloween disco complete with party games, dancing, and snacks. Perfect for kids aged three and up, with free admission for accompanying adults!
7. A Haunted Palace at Hampton Court Palace
Date: All Year
Address: Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU, United Kingdom
If you enjoy paranormal activity and encounters, enter if you dare to one of the most haunted palaces in England, Hampton Court Palace!
It is rumored that two of Henry VIII’s wives haunt the palace - his beloved third wife, Jane Seymour, who died after giving birth in 1537, and most famously, his fifth wife, Catherine Howard, executed for adultery in 1542. Although you can visit Hampton Court Palace year-round, it is extra spooky and thrilling during Halloween.
Some other fun and spooky Halloween events in Surrey, England are:
- Guildford Halloween Ghost Tour outside Holy Trinity Church at the top of the High Street at 8 pm every Friday from Good Friday until the end of November and on October 31st
- Enchanted Claremont - October Half Term from October 19th - November 3rd, 2024
- Halloween at Priory Farm from October 4th - November 3rd, 2024
- Sarah the Spider Half Term Trail at Winkworth Arboretum from October 19th - November 3rd, 2024
Spooky Fun in Surrey
Surrey offers a myriad of options to immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit, ensuring a memorable and spooky Halloween week during the October half-term.
Whether you are a fan of pumpkin carving, going on a spooky walk, or themed arts, Surrey has the perfect activities to make this Halloween a magical and unforgettable experience for the whole family.
So, put on your best Halloween costume and embrace the spooky spirit as you explore these enchanted locations!
Have you been to any of these Halloween events in Surrey, UK? Let me know in the comments below!
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