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Herbs and Hexes: October Half-Term Trail

This October half-term, Croome Park invites families to a magical trail. Uncover the mysterious missing ingredients for a witch's potion as you explore the garden, learning about herbal myths and legends. Discover the powerful plants that could be growing in a witch's garden, from magical herbs to medicinal roots.

What to Expect

Children's trail to find witch's potion ingredients

Event Details

Duration

All day

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

National Trust

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Educational and whimsical

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Medium

Location

Croome Park
Worcester, Worcestershire

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $
  • Accessibility: The trail follows an accessible hard standing path, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)

Tips & Advice

  • Pick up your trail sheet from the outdoor hub to begin your quest for the witch's potion ingredients.
  • Wear weather-appropriate clothing as the trail takes place around the garden.
  • The trail follows a hard-standing path, making it accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
  • While the trail is free, normal admission charges apply for entry to Croome Park.
  • This event is suitable for children and families, but all are welcome to participate.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free event (admission applies)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Herbs and Hexes' trail?

It's a children's trail where participants search the garden for missing ingredients to complete a witch's potion, learning about herbal myths and legends along the way.

Is there an extra cost for the trail?

The trail itself is free to participate in, but standard admission fees for Croome Park apply.

Is the trail accessible?

Yes, the trail follows an accessible hard-standing path that is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

What should I wear?

It is recommended to wear weather-appropriate clothing as the trail is located around the garden.

Where do I start the trail?

You can pick up your trail sheet from the outdoor hub to begin your adventure.

Tags

family friendlyhalloween festivaltrick or treatcommunity eventpumpkin patchgardennature

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Contributors & Updates

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