Journey into the depths of Hemel Hempstead's Halloween horrors with our expertly curated guide, your ticket to the most spine-chilling events and supernatural spectacles. Unearth spooky surprises for seasoned spirits and mortal mystery-seekers.
Popular during the holiday season, the Hatfield House Ghost Tours offer a chilling exploration of the mansion, revealing ghostly tales of its haunted past. The Halloween Buffet and Ghost Hunt promises an interactive dining experience, blending delectable treats with thrilling ghostly encounters. And the Spooktacular Watford Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring an array of festive stalls and seasonal entertainment. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Hemel Hempstead
- Spooktacular Watford Market (Watford)
- - **Hatfield House Ghost Tours** (Hatfield)
- Stevenage Trick or treat trail (Stevenage)
- - **St Albans Ghost Tour** (St Albans)
- Halloween Buffet and Ghost Hunt
- Halloween Ghost Walks in Hertford (Hertford)
- Museum by Torchlight (Tring)
See these and even more events listed below!
Hemel Hempstead Area Haunted Experiences
- **Hatfield House Ghost Tours**
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Hatfield House Ghost Tours is the immersive and spooky atmosphere created by the haunted forest walks and gruesome old palace tours.
Description:
Hatfield House offers a variety of ghostly experiences, including haunted forest walks and gruesome old palace tours. Visitors can explore the historic grounds and buildings, which are said to be haunted by a phantom coach and horses, as well as other paranormal entities. The events are part of the half-term activities in October, adding to the spooky atmosphere of the season.
Where: Hatfield | More Info: - **Hatfield House Ghost Tours**
- **St Albans Ghost Tour**
What to Expect:
A unique blend of historical knowledge and paranormal tales in a guided walking tour setting.
Description:
Explore the eerie side of St Albans with our Ghost Walks. Take an amble through ancient marketplaces and hear tales of events that have taken place over hundreds of years. Discover stories about famous and infamous residents, battles, and scandals. All this and more can be seen on our guided walking tours, which start outside the St Albans Museum and Gallery.
Where: St Albans | More Info: - **St Albans Ghost Tour**
Halloween Ghost Walks in Hertford
What to Expect:
A guided tour through downtown Hertford to meet different ghosts, suitable for families and children under 10.
Description:
Experience the spooky charm of Hertford with our Halloween Ghost Walks. Guided tours start at the White Hart in Salisbury Square and explore the town's haunted history. The walks are available from Friday, 27th October to Tuesday, 31st October, with various time slots. A family-friendly Children's Ghost Walk is also scheduled for Sunday, 29th October at 4:30 PM.
Where: Hertford | More Info: Halloween Ghost Walks in Hertford
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Hemel Hempstead
Stevenage Trick or treat trail
What to Expect:
A community-driven Halloween trail where children can explore and collect treats from local businesses.
Description:
The Stevenage Trick or Treat trail is a family-friendly event organized by the Stevenage Old Town Business Community Partnership. Over 30 businesses along Stevenage High Street will participate in the spooky trail, where children can pick up a map displaying posters in business windows. They then visit the places shown on the map to ask for treats. This event is a great opportunity for families to discover the various products and services offered by local businesses.
Where: Stevenage | More Info: Stevenage Trick or treat trail
Museum by Torchlight
What to Expect:
A unique blend of spooky storytelling and family-friendly activities under the light of torches.
Description:
Experience a spooky and fun-filled evening at the Museum by Torchlight, featuring object storytelling, a cauldron lucky dip, ghost stories, crafts, and Halloween-themed snacks. This event is perfect for families and those who love the thrill of the night.
Where: Tring | More Info: Museum by Torchlight
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Hemel Hempstead
Spooktacular Watford Market
What to Expect:
A festive Halloween celebration with diverse street food options and live music in a historic town center setting.
Description:
Spooktacular Watford Market transforms into a Halloween scary-land with a variety of activities. Enjoy Halloween-inspired food from around the globe, including Caribbean, Asian, and Korean street food. The event features live music, a pop-up bar, and a Halloween trail with treats. Attendees are encouraged to wear fancy dress, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Watford | More Info: Spooktacular Watford Market
Halloween Buffet and Ghost Hunt
What to Expect:
Enjoy a spooky Halloween buffet while investigating paranormal activity in a historic building.
Description:
Join us for a spooky Halloween buffet and ghost hunt at Harvester Mallard in Hemel Hempstead. This historic building, once a posting house and Railway Hotel, is known for its paranormal activity. Enjoy a buffet supper featuring spicy crackerjack prawns, chicken breast goujons, prime chicken wings, nachos, breaded mushrooms, garlic bread, jalapeno poppers, chips, tomato penne pasta, potato salad, mixed salad, and coleslaw. The event includes an investigation starting at 9:15 PM, with tea and coffee available throughout the night.