Illustration of a winding path through autumn trees with glowing lanterns and carved pumpkins in purple evening light (Halloween Ghost Train to Exbury Gardens)

Halloween Ghost Train to Exbury Gardens

Visitors join the ghost of Ricardo the Ringmaster aboard a transformed steam train on a quest to break a haunted circus curse. The live-action, immersive journey blends scary pantomime thrills, comedy, and clown encounters along the railway.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

£10 per person, or £9 for Friends of Exbury members. Children under 3 are free. A Ghost Train ticket and a gardens admission ticket or membership are also required to ride.

Ages

Not suitable for very young or sensitive children; children under 3 are free

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (3/5)

Best For

Families with older children

Vibe

Spooky, theatrical, and comedic

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Ensure you obtain a gardens admission ticket or Exbury membership, as both are required alongside a Ghost Train ticket to ride.
  • Consider leaving very young or sensitive children behind, as the experience may not be suitable for them.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Friends of Exbury members pay £9 per person for a Ghost Train ticket.
  • New this year, the train takes a trip to the circus as a pun-fuelled “joke-a-motive.”

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Ghost Train experience last?

The live-action, immersive experience lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Do I need a separate garden admission ticket?

Yes, a Ghost Train ticket and a gardens admission ticket or membership are both required to ride the train.

Is the Ghost Train suitable for young children?

The Ghost Train may not be suitable for very young or sensitive children.

Do children under 3 need a ticket to ride?

No, children under 3 years old do not need a ticket to ride the Ghost Train.

Does the event feature clowns?

Yes, Exbury notes that the attraction may contain clowns.

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