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a list of autumn events in the Peak District

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October 3, 2023 · 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. Have a read and see which ones take your fancy the most. And if you are wanting to plan a holiday to the Peak District have a look at our Rivendale Lodge Retreat.

autumn events

in the Peak District for 2023

Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail Experience

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

when? 7th October – 29th October 2023

time? 11am – 3pm

how much? tickets £6.98

other info:

  • enjoy the pumpkin patch at Swarkestone Nursery
  • explore the spooky trail
  • perfect family fun for all

Fireworks on the Farm

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

when? 4th November – 5th November 2023

time? 2pm – 8pm

how much? tickets £10

other info:

  • use the soft play, animal barn and fun field
  • fairground rides for all
  • bonfire, firework display, food and drink stalls

Peak Caves Pop Up Cinema

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

when? 26th October – 29th October 2023

time? 2.30pm – 11pm

how much? adults £24, concession £22, blanket hire £10, cushion hire £10

other info:

  • various films on over the days
  • Hocus Pocus, Beetlejuice
  • The Addams Family, The Conjuring and more

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Bonfire and Fireworks at Chatsworth

where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP

when? 27th October – 28th October 2023

time? 6pm – 9.30pm

how much? adults £19.90, children £13.50

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

Spooktacular

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

when? 14th October – 3rd November 2023

time? 10am – 4.30pm

how much? adults £15.99, children £15.99, senior £13.99

other info:

  • 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th October – 3rd November 2023
  • Enjoy some Halloween fun at the farm
  • Pumpkin picking, spooky shows and usual farm fun

Autumn Wreath Making with L&M Floral

where? Thornbridge Hall, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NZ

when? 27th October 2023

time? 11am – 2pm

how much? tickets £55

other info:

  • Make your own Autumn Wreath for your front door
  • 3 hour workshop with cream tea
  • All materials are provided just bring your own scissors or secateurs

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