autumn events in the Peak District
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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? 27th September – 2nd November
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
Autumn Floral Centrepiece Workshop
where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat
when? 16th October – 17th October
time? 10am – 12.30pm
how much? tickets £70
other info:
- get creative this autumn
- tickets include garden entry
- create an autumnal centrepiece
Halloween Half-Term at Bolsover Castle
where? Bolsover Castle, Castle St, Bolsover, Chesterfield, S44 6PR
closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat
when? 25th October – 2nd November
time? 10am – 5pm
how much? adults from £17.50, children from £10.90
other info:
- enjoy a day at the castle
- follow the quest to solve creepy clues
- listen to spooky stories and more
October Half Term at the Heights
where? The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath, DE4 3NT
closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat
when? 19th October – 31st October
time? 10am – 4.30pm
how much? adults £29.50, children “22.50
other info:
- plenty of Halloween entertainment
- enjoy all attractions like cable car, exhibitions
- Heights of Abraham Scarecrows, Tommy-knockers hunt and more
Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail Experience
where? Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, Swarkestone, Derbyshire, DE73 7GQ
closest resort? Rivendale Lodge Retreat
when? 4th October – 31st October
time? 9am – 5.30pm
how much? tickets £5.50
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? 31st October – 1st November
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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