The Haunting of Newstead Abbey

Newstead Abbey
9 October & 10 October 2009 7.15PM & 9.30PM

An unforgettable theatrical event, unlike anything you will ever have experienced before. Get embroiled in the dark world of the Victorian séance Please note that the Haunting is a theatrical performance, no authentic mediumship will be attempted and spirits will be intentionally contacted). £12/£9 conc £10 per person for groups of 10 or more. Booking via Little Earthquake, very limited tickets contact epicentre@little-earthquake.com  

A Hauntingly Good Halloween

Nottingham Castle
27 October 6.30PM – 8PM
£3.50

Griselda and Igor invite you to join in some spooky Halloween fun. Join them for some knee-trembling tales, gruesome games and a tour of the dungeon!
For children of 8 years and under, booking required 0115 9153651.

The Return of the Goblins

The Museum of Nottingham Life
27 October – 1 November
11AM – 3PM

They are back and there are more of them, can you help us to find them? Follow the clues and see if you can find where they have made themselves at home in the museum.
Free activity, normal admission applies.

All About Bones

Wollaton Hall
27 & 29 October 2PM – 4PM Free

To celebrate the 10^th annual 'Big Draw' drop-in to draw, examine, identify and search out. Fun activities for children looking at the animal bones on display around the hall. Suitable for 5 – 10 years (children must be accompanied by an adult).

Terror Tours by Distraction Theatre Company

Newstead Abbey
28 & 29 OF October
5.30PM tours for young children
7.30PM for adults only

For Halloween week only, join us on our interactive tour and learn a little about our bloody past and those who created it. With live performances - not for the faint hearted. Tickets Children £ 6.50Adults £9.00  . As both productions are outside please dress warmly with sensible footwear.

Wicked Wednesday

Wollaton Hall
28 October 11.30AM – 12.30PM & 2PM – 3PM £2

At this magical time of year, learn about the little people and make footwear for the fairies and pixies at the bottom of your garden!
Limited numbers so please book in advance Tel: 0115 9153911, during normal opening hours. Suitable for 5–10 years (children must be accompanied by an adult).

Goblin Gladrags

The Museum of Nottingham Life
28 October
10.30AM – 12.30PM & 1.30PM – 3PM

If you can't beat them join them, create your own goblin style costume.
4 – 8 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free activity, normal admission applies.

Halloween for Grown Ups!

Nottingham Castle
29 October 7.30PM-9PM £5

Explore the darker side of the Castle and its grounds with Griselda and Igor. If you are faint hearted this is not for you - be prepared for some spine chilling tales and some Halloween games. Dress code: strictly Halloween, sensible shoes advisable. Booking required - 0115 9153651

Gretel's Grotto

The Museum of Nottingham Life
29 & 30 October 10.30AM – 12.30PM & 1.30PM – 3PM
Normal admission + £1 per item.

The museums resident friendly witch will be on hand to help you with some make and take Halloween treats. Suitable for 4 – 10 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baking for children – Spooky Sponges

Green's Windmill
30 October 2PM-4PM
£3

Cookery with a Halloween theme for 7 to 13 year olds. Bake your own sponge and finish it with fiendishly ghoulish decoration. Booking essential on 0115 9156878.

The Yarnsmith (Halloween Special)

Newstead Abbey
30 October  12PM-4PM

Stories for young and old if you dare to sit and listen.
Normal Gardens admission applies

Tales from the Darker Side

Newstead Abbey
30 October 7.30PM & 9.30PM
6 & 7 November 7.30PM

Dr Nicolas Grimoire invites you to join him for a unique mixture of Gothic magic, psychological illusion and spooky story-telling. During the evening someone will be invited to test their ability to tell the living from the dead, relive a long-forgotten murder and help select a serial killer's favourite victim." Tickets £9.50 per person - pre-booking is essential. Not suitable for children under 14

Spooky Lanterns

Green's Windmill
31 October 10.30AM-12.45PM
£1

Come along and make a scary lantern to fill up with your trick or treat goodies. Supplied with a glow stick. Choose from two 1-hour sessions. Prompt start. Aimed at 5+ years.

Halloween Face Painting

Green's Windmill
31 October 2PM-4PM
£1

Have your face transformed into your favourite scary character while listening to a spooky tune. All ages welcome.

Story Telling with Mistress Htak

Nottingham Castle
31 October anytime between 10am – 12pm AND 1PM – 3.30PM

Why not drop in for a while and listen to traditional stories told from the witches point of view – there are two sides to every story!! For 5+ years.

Frightful Friday 13th

Wollaton Hall
13 November 5.30pm, 7pm, OR 8.30pm

Down the halls and dismal passages, in the candles glow, they wait to tell of hauntings at Wollaton, long, long ago. £10 per person (suitable for adults and children over 12) Access difficult due to steep steps and nature of the building.
Limited number on each tour. Must book in advance. Tel: 0115 9153911 during normal opening hours.