October Half Term at RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Visitors can explore an interactive garden trail to uncover scary-looking species, poisonous plants, and photo opportunities while collecting rubbings. Hands-on activities include decorating monster pots to grow edible sprout hairstyles and joining scientists in the lab to discover amazing plant secrets. Families can also attend potion-making sessions to get up close with creepy crawlies such as spiders, snails, and snakes.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Garden admission applies; free to RHS members and children under 5. Activities are included with garden admission unless marked *. The separately bookable Zoolab animal encounters cost £2.50 per child or adult; babies and toddlers on laps are free.
Hours
9.30am–4pm daily. Monster hair planting: drop in 11am–3pm on Wednesday 28 October. Garden Detectives: 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 October.
Ages
Suitable for all ages (some activities recommended for ages 4+)
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Opt for public transport, cycling, or walking to save 30% on garden admission fees.
- Book Zoolab animal encounter sessions online in advance to guarantee a spot.
- If arriving in a large vehicle or one with a tow bar, park in Car Park 2 or 3.
Special Events & Promotions
- Garden admission is free for RHS members and children under 5.
- Travel by public transport, bike or on foot for 30% off garden admission.
- ZooLab sessions run 26–30 October and cost £2.50 per child or adult; babies and toddlers on laps are free, and online booking is required.
Links & Contact
Run by Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Halloween activities included with standard garden entry?
Most activities and the interactive trail are included with general garden admission, though Zoolab animal encounter sessions require a separate paid booking.
Who gets free admission to the garden?
Garden admission is free for RHS members and children under 5 years old.
What animals are featured during the Zoolab sessions?
Visitors can get up close with snakes, snails, and spiders alongside a witch or wizard concocting a cauldron potion.
What is the monster hair planting activity?
Participants decorate a pot with a monster face and plant seeds inside to take home and grow an edible green hairstyle.
Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?
Yes, children participating in the spooky plant trail and activities like monster hair planting must be accompanied by an adult.
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