Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Halloween Half Term Fun 2026)

Halloween Half Term Fun 2026

Families can wander through the grounds on Hever's Mad Scientists Trail to spot eccentric experiment scenes, uncover hidden letters, and solve a puzzle for a reward. In the Garden Exhibition, children can decorate and assemble their own pair of wearable scientist goggles. Visitors can also watch an interactive Frankenstein show in the Think Tank and enjoy themed face painting on select dates.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

hevercastle.co.uk

When

Tickets

Event activities are included with admission unless otherwise stated; face painting costs £6 per child.

Hours

Event listing: 10:30 - 16:30. Mad Scientists Trail: daily, 10:30am to 5:30pm (trail closes 4:00pm). Goggles craft: daily, 11:00am to 4:00pm. Halloween Timed Show: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00. Face painting: 12:00pm to 4:00pm (last face paint at 3:45pm).

Ages

Family-friendly

Accessibility

Wheelchair and mobility scooter users are advised to stick to hard-surfaced and shingle paths, and accessible parking is available on site.

Going?

Location

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Hever Castle · Hever, Kent TN8 7NG Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Playful and spooky

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Complete the Mad Scientists Trail before it closes at 4:00pm to claim your reward from the Information Hut.
  • Face painting is first come, first served; book a timeslot with the face painter, pay at the Courtyard Shop, and return before your slot.
  • If arriving by train via Hever Station, wear suitable footwear for the rural one-mile walk to the castle.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Halloween face painting is available on 17–18, 22–25 and 29–31 October.
  • Partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are included with admission?

Hever’s Mad Scientists Trail, the mad scientist goggles craft activity, and the Frankenstein timed shows are all included with general admission.

How much does face painting cost?

Themed face painting costs £6 per child and is available on select dates.

Are dogs allowed at the event?

Dogs kept on leads are welcome throughout the grounds, but they are not permitted inside the Castle, cafés, shops, mazes, or play areas.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Picnics are allowed in designated outdoor picnic spaces across the grounds, including Horse Shoe Lawn and Half Moon Lawn.

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