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Halloween Sleepover at Great North Museum: Hancock

A Halloween Sleepover at Great North Museum: Hancock includes crafts, stories, a disco, and a trail. Attendees sleep among exhibits, followed by a planetarium show and breakfast.

What to Expect

Overnight museum adventure with Halloween activities

Event Details

Duration

Overnight (5 PM to 10 AM)

Ages

6-12

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Great North Museum: Hancock

Food & Drink

Hot buffet for dinner and breakfast, including pizza, wedges, sandwiches, fruit, pastries, juice, tea, and coffee.

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Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 6-12

Vibe

Spooky, adventurous, educational

Energy Level

High

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

None (indoor event)

Location

Great North Museum: Hancock
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4PT

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$$ – Get tickets
  • Accessibility: More info available on accessibility.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (service animals may be permitted, check with venue)

Tips & Advice

  • Pack light for sleeping: bring a sleeping mat (no airbeds), sleeping bag, pillow, torch, and toiletries.
  • Book under one name for your entire group to ensure you are allocated sleeping spots together.
  • Adults can look forward to coffee and tea with breakfast to start their day after the overnight stay.
  • Check the downloadable PDF for detailed rules and what to bring before your visit.
  • Consider the safeguarding rule: every two children must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Overnight museum adventure
  • Includes dinner and breakfast
  • Optional activities like Planetarium show and craft making

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Halloween Sleepover?

The sleepover includes a dinner and breakfast buffet, all scheduled activities, and a sleeping zone allocated upon arrival.

What should I bring for the sleepover?

Guests need to bring a sleeping mat (not an airbed), sleeping bag, pillow, torch, toiletries, and additional water.

What are the food options for dinner and breakfast?

Dinner includes various pizzas, potato wedges, and vegetable sticks. Breakfast features sausage and bacon sandwiches, fruit, and pastries.

What age group is the Halloween Sleepover suitable for?

The event is suitable for adults and children aged 6 to 12 years old.

What is the ratio of adults to children required?

For safeguarding purposes, every two children must be accompanied by at least one adult for the entire duration of the event.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 22, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team