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the best halloween events in Norfolk

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October 2, 2019

Discover all the Halloween happenings in Norfolk this year, with a huge range of events for all the family to enjoy, we managed to pick the best ones for you to take advantage of if you book or own with us at Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa. Our own Norfolk Woods team have some Halloween activities waiting for you to enjoy, including a fabulous costume competition, arts and crafts workshops, face painting station and a great disco for all the family on October 31st. So you are sure to have a spooktacular time with us this Autumn!


halloween days

Where: Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure / Dates: 19th – 27th Oct / Times: 9.30am – 4pm / Prices: Adult £16.95, Child £14.95

Don your favourite full fancy dress costume and get 50% off you entrance price at the gate. The annual Halloween Days event is hugely popular, with the park fully decorated in the Halloween theme and will be holding games, activities and entertainment for all ages to enjoy. Brand new for 2019 will be a show from Britain’s Got Talent star Ben Langley! Head to Dippy’s Spooky Maze and see if you can make it out, before heading to the Secret Animal Garden where you can face all your phobias.


trick or tweet

Where: Pensthorpe / Dates: 19th Oct – 3rd Nov / Times: 10am – 5pm / Prices: Adult £11.95, Child £10.95

Pensthorpe offers a fangtastic chance to find out the truly gruesome (but really fascinating side) of nature this Autumn. Follow the self-guided scavenger hunt and creepy crawly trail, explore the magical woodlands and beautiful wetlands while learning all about the little critters that live there and their lives! The whole family will love the spooky craft making sessions and tricks and treats for everyone.


spooky fun at the pumpkin festival

Where: Wroxham Barns / Dates: 19th – 27th Oct / Times: 10am – 5pm / Prices: Adult £8.95, Child £7.50

Head to Wroxham Barns for the Junior Farm Pumpkin Festival, where there will be endless Halloween fun to be had! Meet the ghosts and witches waiting for you to join in with your best fancy dress costume. Take part in Wilma the Witch’s Potion School and make your very own potion, before joining in with the spell session and getting your Spell School Diploma. Pick a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch and head to the carving station to create your own little character and enjoy the daily shows from Bella and Barny!


halloween horrors

Where: Holkham Hall / Dates: 24th Oct / Times: 10am – 5pm / Prices: Adult £6.75, Child £3.40

Delve straight into the mysterious happenings at Holkham Hall, the team think it is witchcraft, but what clues can you find? Find the clues to find the witch and work out what spell she has cast on the castle this Halloween. Head out to the walled garden and create your own potion in the bubbling cauldron, have your face painted into your favourite character and try some spell writing. There is so much Halloween fun to be had this year at Holkham Hall!


So whether you’re staying with us on the resort to enjoy all the Halloween happenings there or venturing out into the local area to find a spooky activity, there will be something for everyone on your Autumn holiday at Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa.

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