October Half-Term at Felbrigg Hall
Experience a magical October half-term at Felbrigg Hall with a captivating spider trail through the woodlands, leading to a sweet cookie prize. Inside the hall, enjoy creative crafting sessions inspired by nature, and in the Walled Garden, discover a delightful display of pumpkins and intriguing metalwork art.
What to Expect
Woodland spider trail with cookie prize and hall crafts
Event Details
Duration
5.5 hours
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Norfolk
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
National Trust
Food & Drink
Vegan-friendly cookie prize. Squire's Pantry tea-room offers hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, hot lunches, afternoon tea, cakes and ice creams.
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and children
Vibe
Spooky, autumnal, educational
Energy Level
Low to medium
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Medium
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $$
- Parking: National Trust members park free, please scan your membership card to obtain a ticket. Parking is £5 per car for non-members. Electric charging points available.
- Accessibility: Path surfaces leading to the hall entrance are bonded and loose gravel. Designated Blue Badge parking and a drop off point available. Accessible toilet available. Pathways around the estate are a mix of gravel, compacted earth and grass. There is a tea-room, second-hand bookshop and food kiosk with step free level access. Other points of interest (hall and gardens) are accessed via slight slopes or small steps. Assistance dogs welcome.
- Pets: Assistance dogs welcome. Dogs must remain on a lead at all times in designated areas and throughout the estate between March 1 and July 31 to protect ground-nesting birds.
Tips & Advice
- Purchase trail sheets (£3 each) from the welcome team between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM daily.
- Arrive earlier in the day, especially on weekends, for a more relaxed experience and easier parking.
- Check the weather and dress in layers, as parts of the trail are outdoors and the hall can be cooler.
- Bring your camera to capture the autumnal scenery and the creative pumpkin displays.
- Consider visiting on a weekday if possible to avoid larger crowds, especially during school holidays.
Special Events & Promotions
- Spider information stations in the woodland
- Cookie prize for completing the trail
- Crafting activities in the hall
- Pumpkin spotting in the Walled Garden
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of the spider trail?
Trail sheets for the spider hunt are £3 each and can be purchased from the welcome team.
Are there food and drink options available?
Yes, the Squire's Pantry tea-room offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, hot lunches, cakes, and ice creams. A vegan-friendly cookie prize is also available.
Is the event suitable for young children?
Yes, the event is family-friendly and suitable for all ages, with activities like crafting and a gentle trail.
What are the opening hours for the event?
The event runs daily from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM during the specified dates.
Can I bring my dog?
Assistance dogs are welcome. Other dogs must be kept on a lead at all times in designated areas and throughout the estate during certain times of the year to protect wildlife.
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