Spookyard Halloween Festival
Spookyard Halloween Festival at Over Farm offers a frightfully fun day out for the whole family during October half term. They feature hilarious live shows, a fancy dress competition, and a wealth of activities including a maize maze, corn cannons, and tractor rides. Visitors can explore spooky decorations, enjoy enormous pumpkin displays, and interact with farm animals. It's a perfect blend of Halloween mischief and family-friendly farm fun.
What to Expect
Family Halloween festival with live shows and farm activities
Event Details
Duration
10am - 4pm daily
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Featured Performers
- Dead Ed
- Ronnie Rotten
Organizer
Over Farm
Food & Drink
Food and barista hot drinks available, with pick 'n' mix station and face painters as paid extras. Picnics are welcome.
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families
Vibe
Festive and spooky
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
- Parking: Ample free parking is available on-site.
- Accessibility: While they endeavor to create a suitable environment, pathways can be uneven, grassy, and sometimes laid to large gravel due to the rural nature of the site. Electric wheelchairs navigate well, but push-type chairs may be challenging. Pushchairs are not permitted on tractor rides and must be left at the buggy park.
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Book tickets online in advance, especially 14+ days ahead for Earlybird discounts, as prices increase closer to the date and the event often sells out.
- Arrive before noon to catch all the morning activities, including live shows, the fancy dress competition, and photo opportunities.
- Consider purchasing annual Countryside Adventure membership for savings if you plan to visit multiple times, as it offers half-price entry to Spookyard.
- While pushchairs are not allowed on tractor rides and must be left at the buggy park, the site is generally accessible for electric wheelchairs.
- Bring your own picnic to enjoy on the grassy areas, but remember to purchase their specially formulated animal feed if you wish to feed the farm animals.
Special Events & Promotions
- Winner of Family Day Out of the Year Award 2026
- Earlybird ticket discounts available
- Half price entry for Spookyard with annual membership
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Spookyard ticket?
Tickets include full access to Countryside Adventure with a Halloween twist, featuring activities like the maize maze, jumping pillows, tractor trailer rides, corn cannons, scarecrow trail, and pumpkin displays.
What are the opening times and prices?
Spookyard is open daily from 10am to 4pm during October half term (October 24th – November 1st). Ticket prices vary based on booking time, with the best value found when booking online 14+ days in advance.
Can I bring my dog?
No, pets are not allowed except for service animals. Dogs are welcome in the farm shop but not the Countryside Adventure area.
Is the event suitable for wheelchair users?
The site has uneven and grassy pathways which can be challenging for push-type wheelchairs, but electric wheelchairs generally navigate well. Pushchairs are not permitted on tractor rides.
Can I change my booking?
Bookings cannot be refunded but can be transferred to another date of equivalent or lesser ticket price, subject to fees and potential ticket price increases. This can usually be done via your online account or by contacting them via email.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.