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Freaky Fun Fest at Mead Open Farm

Mead Open Farm presents the Freaky Fun Fest, a spooktacular Halloween event for the whole family. Dare to enter two haunted mazes, 'Horrid High' and 'Scary Tales,' and enjoy a thrilling circus show. Children can pick a free pumpkin from the patch, and new for 2026, brave the 'Trick or Treat Trap Doors.' All the usual farm fun, including play areas and animal encounters, is also included.

What to Expect

Spooktacular Halloween fun with circus, haunted mazes, and free pumpkin.

Event Details

Duration

10:00 am - 5:00 pm daily

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Mead Open Farm

Food & Drink

Award-winning Grainstore Kitchen with sit-down or take-away options, and Playbarn Pantry selling drinks and snacks. Picnics are also welcome.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families

Vibe

Spooky and fun

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
  • Parking: They have plenty of free parking available.
  • Accessibility: Mead Open Farm is accessible for visitors in wheelchairs. They have good accessibility for disabled visitors and several disabled toilets across the farm. A disabled rate is available for those with a Blue Badge, DLA, PIP letter, or Nimbus Access Card +1. Refer to their Accessibility Guide for more details.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (registered assistance dogs only)

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets online in advance to save 20% on admission prices.
  • Consider downloading the Mead Open Farm app for a timetable of activities and a farm map.
  • The farm is cashless; ensure you have a card or mobile device for payments.
  • While picnics are allowed, the indoor picnic area is closed from September to February.
  • Check the farm's website for specific height or age restrictions on certain play activities.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Book online and save 20%
  • Freaky Fun Fest included with Annual Membership
  • One free pumpkin per paying or member child

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will everything be open during my visit?

Most activities will be open, but some may be closed due to weather. Specific outdoor play equipment operates only on weekends and school holidays. Check the activity timetable for details.

Do I need to book online?

Pre-booking online saves 20% on admission. While not required, tickets are more expensive at the entrance. Annual members do not need to book but must show their membership via the app.

Will there be food & drinks available to purchase on site?

Yes, the award-winning Grainstore Kitchen and Playbarn Pantry will be open. Picnics are also welcome, though the indoor picnic area is closed from September to February.

Do you allow dogs?

Only registered assistance dogs are permitted at Mead Open Farm.

Can I pay with cash?

No, Mead Open Farm is a completely cashless site. They only accept card payments (debit, credit, Apple Pay, Google Pay).

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team