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autumn events in the Peak District

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September 25, 2024 · 10 MIN READ

Now that we are well and truly in the autumn season you will want to be planning different days out with friends and family.

There are so many events on throughout October and November that it can be hard figuring out which events are for you. So, we’ve done the research for you and put together this blog full of various events across the autumn months. Whether you’re after some family friendly fun or a real fright during Halloween, have a read and see which ones take your fancy the most.

Alton Towers Scarefest

where? Alton Towers, Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 4DB

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 11th October – 3rd November 2024

time? 10am – 9pm

how much? tickets from £39

other info:

  • enjoy a thrilling roller coaster day out
  • spooks, frights and thrills around the park
  • great day out for all

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Children’s Autumn Nature Scavenger Hunt

where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 28th October 2024

time? 10am – 11.45am

how much? adults £6.50, children £2.50

other info:

  • explore the medieval woodland
  • look for autumnal treasures
  • make nature inspired craft

Peak Caves Pop Up Cinema

where? Peak Cavern Road, Hope Valley, S33 8WS

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 24th October – 27th October 2024

time? 2.30pm – 11pm

how much? adults from £24, children from £21

other info:

  • various films on over the days
  • Addams Family, Hocus Pocus
  • The Crow, IT and more

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Adventure Farm Pumpkin Village

where? National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SJ

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 5th October – 31st October 2024

time? 10am – 5pm

how much? tickets £5

other info:

  • amazing pumpkin picking experience
  • live music, food and drink outlets
  • stalls and more to explore

Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail Experience

where? Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, Swarkestone, Derbyshire, DE73 7GQ

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 5th October – 30th October 2024

time? 9am – 5.30pm

how much? tickets £4

other info:

  • enjoy the pumpkin patch at Swarkestone Nursery
  • explore the spooky trail
  • various dates in October

Bonfire and Fireworks at Chatsworth

where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP

closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat

when? 1st November – 2nd November 2024

time? 6pm – 9pm

how much? adults £22, children £15

other info:

  • enjoy the annual bonfire and fireworks at Chatsworth
  • lighting a bonfire and 2 firework displays, one earlier and one later
  • spooky entertainment, music and frightful fun for the whole family
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