Illustration of two small ghosts and a witch with a black cat carrying pumpkin buckets on a street of cozy houses at dusk (Spooky Welly Walk)

Spooky Welly Walk

Families follow a Halloween-themed walking route through the park to discover creepy crafts, slime making, mask making, and storytelling. Along the trail, visitors can enjoy fairground fun, sideshows, dinosaurs, and other spooky surprises designed without frightening scares. Children and adults are encouraged to dress up in Halloween costumes and wellies.

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When

Tickets

Adult ticket: £8; child ticket: £8; family ticket for two adults and two children: £30; children under two: free, but a ticket must still be booked. Everyone attending, including adults, needs a ticket. Tickets include the majority of activity stations; some activity stations have a small additional cost.

Hours

Gates open at 10:45am; event ends at 4:30pm.

Ages

Particularly suitable for children ages 3-8

Food & Drink

A park café and food vendors are stationed along the route, and visitors are also welcome to bring their own snacks or picnics.

Parking

Free parking is available all around Sefton Park, but parking is limited and visitors may have to park some distance from the start.

Accessibility

The route follows the main park path making most activities accessible, though some activities on grass may be uneven or muddy.

Going?

Location

Sefton Park · Liverpool L17, UK, Liverpool L17 1AP Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 3 to 8

Vibe

Gentle, festive halloween fun

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Tickets must be booked in advance as they are not available to buy on the day.
  • Free parking is available around the park, but spaces are limited and may require a walk to the starting point.
  • Pack waterproofs and wellies since the outdoor event runs rain or shine.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Creepy crafts, slime making, storytelling and mask making are back by popular demand.
  • Tickets must be booked in advance for capacity-limited time slots; you can request a change if your preferred slot is not full.
  • Children who raise £50 in sponsorship receive a gift on the day.

Links & Contact

Run by Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages is the event suitable for?

It is designed without frightening scares and is particularly suitable for children aged 3 to 8.

Are food and drinks available?

Yes, there is a park café and food vendors along the route, and visitors are also welcome to bring their own snacks or picnics.

Does admission cover all activities?

Your ticket covers the majority of activity stations, though some stations have a small additional cost.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The walk takes place rain or shine, but organizers will contact ticket holders directly if severe weather requires changes.

Are toilet facilities available along the route?

Standard, mobility, and baby changing facilities are located at the Oasis Café near the fairground, with portaloos also positioned at the start and finish.

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