Scott’s Spooky Halloween Party 2026
Families can meet reptiles, birds, mammals, and bugs with keepers from Eden Oasis, or spot friendly Halloween characters around the event. Visitors can watch a live fire performance, dance and play games at the children's disco, and navigate an outdoor maize maze after dark. The event also features viewing paddocks for Highland cows, Halloween art photo backdrops, and an undercover barn.
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Plan Your Visit
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Tickets
Adult ticket: £15; child ticket: £15; baby in arms: free; one qualifying carer: free when accompanying an adult or child who requires support and holds a valid paid ticket. Every attendee, including babies in arms and complimentary carers, must have a valid ticket. Pumpkins are extra, starting from £1. Food and drinks, marshmallow roasting, personalised trucker hats, hair braiding, seasonal merchandise and optional Pumpkin Barn activities are additional costs; these are not included with admission.
Hours
Friday 23 October: 5.30pm to 7pm only; Saturday 24 October, Wednesday 28 October, Thursday 29 October and Friday 30 October: 5.30pm to 7pm and 7.30pm to 9pm.
Food & Drink
Local traders offer sweet treats, savoury dishes and drinks for an additional cost, with candy floss, popcorn and BBQ available on selected dates.
Parking
Free parking is available. The event entrance is directly accessible from the car park.
Accessibility
The covered Pumpkin Barn is flat and accessible, with accessible toilets and free parking available on-site.
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Tips & Advice
- Wear sturdy footwear and outdoor clothing, as the maize maze and pumpkin patch are on natural, potentially muddy ground.
- Create a DigiTickets account before purchasing so you can manage or change your session up to 12 hours in advance.
- If claiming a complimentary carer ticket, ensure you bring valid supporting evidence such as a Carer ID or DLA letter.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are pumpkins included with admission?
No, pumpkins are not included with the ticket and must be purchased separately.
Can visitors pet or feed the Highland cows?
No, the Highland cows are for viewing only from outside the paddock; touching, feeding, or climbing the fence is strictly prohibited.
Is the event held inside the garden centre?
No, the party takes place in the field and polytunnel on the right-hand side of the site, with a dedicated entrance directly from the car park.
What happens if there is poor weather?
Outdoor elements such as the fire performance and Maize Maze may be cancelled or restricted if conditions are unsafe, but this does not entitle visitors to a refund while the main party remains open.
Do babies need a ticket?
Yes, babies in arms enter for free but must have a complimentary ticket booked so they are counted toward session capacity.
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