Venture into the unknown depths of Keighley's Halloween underworld with our meticulously compiled guide, your passport to the most thrilling and chilling experiences. Uncover Keighley's Halloween mysteries with our guide, a treasure trove for both native nightmares and visiting dreamcatchers.
Popular Events: Begin your adventure with The Spooky Express, a family-friendly train ride that whisks you through enchanting landscapes amidst eerie tales. And for those looking for a frightful stroll, the Spooky Trail at East Riddlesden Hall offers captivating themes and immersive experiences. And the Spooky Express is something you definitely don't want to miss as it delivers seasonal fun 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 Keighley
- The Spooky Express
- The Spooky Express (family-friendly train ride)
- Magical Woodland Workshops at Harewood House (Leeds)
- October Half-term Halloween Fun at North Yorkshire Moors Railway (Pickering)
- Halloween at Whitby Abbey (Whitby)
- Huddersfield’s Historic Open Market (Huddersfield)
- Spooky Trail at East Riddlesden Hall
- Spooky Streets: Halloween at Abbey House Museum (Leeds)
- Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales at Lotherton Hall (Aberford)
- Wizard Walk of York (York)
See these and even more events listed below!
Keighley Area Haunted Experiences
The Spooky Express
What to Expect:
A spooktacular steam train experience featuring thrilling performances and singing, with a round trip from Oxenhope to Keighley.
Description:
The Spooky Express is a Halloween adventure along the Worth Valley Railway. Board the specially decorated steam train to encounter skeletons, ghosts, and little monsters. Enjoy a spooktacular show before your ride, and participate in a costume contest with a prize for the best outfit. This event offers a mysterious journey from Oxenhope to Keighley, complete with jump scares and festive atmosphere.
Where: Keighley | More Info: The Spooky Express
Ghost Walk through Haworth Village
What to Expect:
Engaging and informative ghost tour that combines local history with spooky stories.
Description:
Embark on a spine-chilling ghost tour through Haworth Village, led by Adam Sargant, a local ghostologist and storyteller. Explore the dark and cobbled streets where the Brontë sisters wrote their iconic novels, and delve into tales of terror and supernatural stories that resonate through history.
Where: Haworth, Keighley | More Info: Ghost Walk through Haworth Village
Exclusive Evening Tour of Bradford Police Museum
What to Expect:
A unique, lantern-lit tour through one of Bradford's most haunted buildings.
Description:
Experience a spine-chilling exclusive evening tour of the Bradford Police Museum, exploring the Victorian Court and Cells. Discover fascinating secrets and paranormal events that have been experienced by guides, visitors, and security personnel over the years. Hear the story of Chains Charlie, a former prisoner allegedly tortured and executed in 1888.
Where: Bradford | More Info: Exclusive Evening Tour of Bradford Police Museum
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Keighley
The Spooky Express (family-friendly train ride)
What to Expect:
A unique blend of spooky fun and family-friendly activities on a steam train.
Description:
Embark on a spooky yet family-friendly adventure with The Spooky Express, a Halloween-themed train ride along the Worth Valley. Enjoy specially decorated steam-heated carriages, thrilling performances, and a costume contest. The journey includes a round trip from Oxenhope to Keighley, offering a mysterious and fun experience for all ages.
Where: Keighley | More Info: The Spooky Express (family-friendly train ride)
Spooky Trail at East Riddlesden Hall
What to Expect:
A spooky pumpkin hunt through the historic house and gardens of East Riddlesden Hall.
Description:
The Half-term Pumpkin trail at East Riddlesden Hall is a family-friendly event where participants can search for hidden pumpkins around the historic house and gardens. The trail offers a spooky yet fun experience with creaking floorboards and dark corridors, making it perfect for a Halloween-themed hunt. Visitors can also explore the discovery room to make their own spooky Halloween bat.
Where: Keighley | More Info: Spooky Trail at East Riddlesden Hall
Huddersfield’s Historic Open Market
What to Expect:
Enjoy traditional German cuisine and drinks in a festive atmosphere with a live Bavarian oompah band.
Description:
Join us at Huddersfield’s Historic Open Market for OktoberFeast 2024 Enjoy an evening filled with artisanal market stalls, Bratwurst stands, freshly pulled beer, and a lively Bavarian oompah band courtesy of Flat Cap Brass Band. This festive event celebrates Huddersfield's rich heritage with a fun-filled night of traditional German cuisine and drinks. Tickets include admission to the event and a free empty branded Stein or cup for under 18s.
Where: Huddersfield | More Info: Huddersfield’s Historic Open Market
Halloween at Whitby Abbey
What to Expect:
The event transforms the historic Whitby Abbey into a vibrant, illuminated setting with immersive live theatre performances and spook-tacular food and drink.
Description:
Whitby Abbey Illuminated is a spectacular Halloween event where the historic abbey is bathed in colorful projections, creating a mystical atmosphere. The event features immersive live theatre performances, including a twist on Bram Stoker's Dracula, and offers spook-tacular food and drink from local vendors. Visitors can explore the gothic ruins while enjoying the dramatic illuminations and otherworldly characters.
Where: Whitby | More Info: Halloween at Whitby Abbey
October Half-term Halloween Fun at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
What to Expect:
A variety of Halloween-themed activities for both kids and adults, including craft workshops and storytelling sessions.
Description:
Experience a spooktacular half-term at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway with magical family activities. Enjoy thrilling events at our stations, including Spooky Station Stories, Wand Making, Storytelling sessions by Hoglets Theatre, Owl Crafts, and Potion Class. This Halloween celebration is sure to enchant any young witch or wizard.
Where: Pickering | More Info: October Half-term Halloween Fun at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Magical Woodland Workshops at Harewood House
What to Expect:
An enchanting autumn-themed workshop where families can create their own painted crafts amidst the magical woodland setting.
Description:
Magical Woodland Workshops at Harewood House offer an enchanting autumn-themed experience filled with family craft activities. Participants can learn about the legend of 'Stingy Jack' while creating their own painted crafts, immersing themselves in the magical atmosphere of the woodland.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Magical Woodland Workshops at Harewood House
Haunted Halloween Hunt at Kirkstall Abbey
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween trail through the historic ruins of Kirkstall Abbey.
Description:
Join the Haunted Halloween Hunt at Kirkstall Abbey for a family-friendly adventure through the ruined medieval abbey. Discover creepy creatures, spooky statues, and peculiar props in a spectacularly spooky setting. This event is perfect for all ages, offering a fun and not-too-scary experience.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Haunted Halloween Hunt at Kirkstall Abbey
Wizard Walk of York
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Wizard Walk of York is its interactive and fun approach to exploring the city, focusing on magic and comedy rather than spooky elements.
Description:
Wizard Walk of York is a magical walking tour designed specifically for families with children. This award-winning tour offers spellbinding magic, comedy, and five-star family fun as you explore the enchanting city of York. Ideal for children aged 5-10, the tour includes interactive elements like Wizard Wand Kits and the option to book a Bird of Prey Experience on selected dates. No spooky ghosts or scary stories, just fun and laughter for all the family.
Where: York | More Info: Wizard Walk of York
Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales at Lotherton Hall
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring skeletons reimagining classic fairytales.
Description:
Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales at Lotherton Hall is a daytime event perfect for all ages. This Halloween trail takes you through the haunting grounds, gardens, and house at Lotherton, where you'll encounter a series of skeletons reimagining classic fairytales with a Halloween twist. Enjoy eerie encounters and spine-tingling tales as you follow the twisted fairytales trail, including Snow White's eerie encounter with the poisoned apple and Little Red Riding Hood's perilous journey through the woods.
Where: Aberford | More Info: Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales at Lotherton Hall
Spooky Streets: Halloween at Abbey House Museum
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring a terrifying trail and creepy competitions in authentically recreated Victorian streets.
Description:
Spooky Streets at Abbey House Museum is a Halloween event where visitors can wander through Victorian streets decorated with scary spiders, wicked witches, wily wolves, beguiling bats, and skeletons pulling pints. The event includes a terrifying trail, creepy competitions, and a monster bag of crafts and activities to take home. Visitors are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Halloween character and pose for petrifying photos. The event is included with admission and offers a unique experience of strolling through authentically recreated 19th-century shops, pubs, and houses.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Spooky Streets: Halloween at Abbey House Museum
Pugneys Light Railway Halloween Spooktacular
What to Expect:
A family-friendly train ride through spooky woods behind steam or diesel locomotives.
Description:
Experience a spooky Halloween adventure at Pugneys Light Railway. Join a family-friendly train ride through the eerie woods behind steam or diesel locomotives. Suitable for all ages, this 10-12 minute journey is filled with spooky goings-on, making it a perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy during the Halloween season.
Where: Wakefield | More Info: Pugneys Light Railway Halloween Spooktacular
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Beer & Music Festival
What to Expect:
A 5-mile-long festival along a railway with diverse beverage options and live music performances.
Description:
The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway transforms into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival from October 17th to 20th, 2024. The festival features a wide selection of beers, including cask-conditioned ales and craft beers from local and national breweries. There are also cider, wine, and gin bars, catering to various tastes. Live music performances across multiple genres will be held at Oxenhope and Ingrow stations, ensuring something for everyone.
Where: Keighley | More Info: Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Beer & Music Festival
Bird Box Making at National Trust Nostell Priory
What to Expect:
Hands-on bird box creation using pre-cut wood.
Description:
Join us at Nostell Priory for a fun and educational Bird Box Making workshop. With the help of our Outdoors team, you'll create a bird box from pre-cut wood, perfect for your garden. This hands-on activity is ideal for families and nature enthusiasts, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to local wildlife conservation.
Where: Wakefield | More Info: Bird Box Making at National Trust Nostell Priory
Murton Park Halloween Activities
What to Expect:
Interactive "Which Witch?" activity where participants must use deductive skills to identify the real witch.
Description:
Murton Park is hosting a spooktacular Halloween celebration with various activities. The event includes a witch-themed trail where children can find lost belongings to win a prize, craft sessions to create jar lanterns and wands, and spooky storytelling sessions. The highlight of the event is "Which Witch?" where participants must discern the real witch from several impostors. This family-friendly event promises plenty of Halloween fun for everyone.
Where: York | More Info: Murton Park Halloween Activities
Special Halloween Event at Bolling Hall
What to Expect:
A guided tour by a resident ghoul through the museum, featuring various Halloween activities.
Description:
Join us at Bolling Hall for a spook-tacular family Halloween evening featuring ghoulish guides and activities. Enjoy face-painting, crafts, a monster-mash disco, mystery boxes, and terrifying tales. Each tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, suitable for ages 7-12 with adult accompaniment. Tickets are ÂŁ5 per person.