Uncover the spooky secrets of Grays with our ultimate Halloween guide! Unearth Grays's dark delights for all who dare to look.
Popular Events: Experience the chilling tales and immersive environments at The London Bridge Experience, where history meets haunting. For those seeking family-friendly fun, the Halloween Express offers a delightful adventure teeming with themed activities and attractions. And the Barleylands Halloween Fest is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring an array of ghoulish games and spooky surprises for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Grays
- Marsh Farm Halloween Festival (South Woodham Ferrers)
- Barleylands Halloween Fest (Billericay)
- Halloween Express (Saffron Walden)
- The London Bridge Experience (London)
- Cammas Hall Pumpkin Patch (Hatfield Broad Oak)
- Halloween Pub Quiz
- Cursed Twilight Family Night (Rayleigh)
- North Weald & District Miniature Railway Halloween Spooky Specials (North Weald)
See these and even more events listed below!
Grays Area Haunted Experiences
The London Bridge Experience
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience blending history, scares, and family fun.
Description:
The London Bridge Experience offers a spook-tacular Halloween celebration with immersive adventures, eerie tunnels, and haunted passageways. Encounter spell-casting witches, sinister pumpkins, and creepy characters that bring Halloween to life. For younger guests, there is a Guardian Angel Tour, while the truly fearless can dive deeper into terror at the award-winning London Tombs.
Where: London | More Info: The London Bridge Experience
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Grays
Halloween Express
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring a spooky train ride, interactive activities, and enchanting woodland settings.
Description:
Embark on a spooky yet family-friendly adventure at Audley End Miniature Railway's Halloween Express. Climb aboard the train and journey deep into the enchanted woods to meet a coven of witches and their playful friends. Enjoy interactive activities like crafting your own potion pouch, exploring the Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk, and watching William the Magician's stage show. The event includes a special treat for every child and devilishly delicious food and drinks available at the Woodland Cafe.
Where: Saffron Walden | More Info: Halloween Express
Barleylands Halloween Fest
What to Expect:
Each child gets a free pumpkin to decorate and take home.
Description:
Barleylands Halloween Fest offers a spooktacular experience for the whole family. Enjoy Skittleman's spooky magic shows, navigate through the Halloween maze, and dance at Witch and Cat parties. Each child gets a free pumpkin to decorate and take home. The event also features indoor and outdoor play areas, bouncy pillows, animal encounters, and more. With a variety of activities and entertainment, this Halloween celebration is perfect for a hauntingly good time.
Where: Billericay | More Info: Barleylands Halloween Fest
Marsh Farm Halloween Festival
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring a dinosaur adventure park and a haunted hoedown.
Description:
Marsh Farm's Halloween Festival is a SPOOKtacular family day out where you can creep through a devilishly decorated farm, enjoy fabulous funfair rides, go pumpkin picking, and tackle adventure play areas. The event also features dramatic dinosaurs, a haunted hoedown, and a variety of spooky entertainment. Families can enjoy entry to the Pumpkin Picking Village and participate in activities like animal meet and greets, sand pit fun, and indoor soft play areas.
Where: South Woodham Ferrers | More Info: Marsh Farm Halloween Festival
Cammas Hall Pumpkin Patch
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with a variety of spooky activities and live performances.
Description:
Experience the ultimate Halloween adventure at Cammas Hall Pumpkin Patch, featuring over 50 varieties of pumpkins and squash, spooky tunnels, Halloween characters, and a giant erupting Pumpcano. Enjoy seasonal snacks and explore the Wicked Walkway and Terror Tunnel, suitable for all ages and older kids respectively. The event also includes a dinosaur-themed maize maze and live performances.
Where: Hatfield Broad Oak | More Info: Cammas Hall Pumpkin Patch
North Weald & District Miniature Railway Halloween Spooky Specials
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with a miniature railway ride.
Description:
Experience a spooky and fun-filled Halloween at North Weald & District Miniature Railway. Enjoy a thrilling ride through the miniature railway while surrounded by Halloween decorations and activities. This event is perfect for families and those who love the eerie atmosphere of Halloween. The event is well-organized, with friendly staff ensuring a memorable experience for all.
Where: North Weald | More Info: North Weald & District Miniature Railway Halloween Spooky Specials
Cursed Twilight Family Night
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration designed for families with younger children, offering a fun and non-scary experience.
Description:
Cursed Twilight Family Night offers a unique Halloween experience designed for under 16s and those too scared to experience the main event. This theatrical performance is not a scare event, providing fun without too much fright. The evening includes roaming rotters, great food, and local pub entertainment. It's an ideal event for families looking for a fun and not-too-spooky Halloween celebration.
Where: Rayleigh | More Info: Cursed Twilight Family Night
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Halloween Pub Quiz
What to Expect:
Enjoy a Halloween-themed pub quiz in a historic sixteenth-century gatehouse setting.
Description:
Join us for a spooky Halloween special pub quiz at St John's Gate, once home to the historic Ye Olde Jerusalem Tavern. Enjoy tankards of ale and glasses of wine in the sixteenth-century gatehouse while our quiz master puts your knowledge to the test. Costumes are encouraged Local historic tavern, Sekforde, will be running the bar, and people are welcome to bring snacks. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and teams can have a maximum of six people. Team tickets cost £48.00 and must be pre-booked.