Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees (Spooky Stories for Little Monsters)

Spooky Stories for Little Monsters

Visitors gather in the dark museum undercroft to listen to spooktacular and silly Halloween tales presented by Rogan Mills. Guests are encouraged to wear creepy costumes to earn a sweet treat to take home. Depending on the session chosen, admission also grants access to either the Grumpy Pumpkins Halloween Trail or the Jack-o'-Lanterns Light Walk.

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Plan Your Visit

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When

Tickets

Afternoon session: Adult £13.95; Child (3-16yrs) £7; Adult Member FREE; Child Member £5. Evening session: Adult £15; Child (3-16yrs) £12; Adult Member £13.50; Child Member £10.80.

Hours

Afternoon session: 3:30pm-4:30pm; evening session: 5:30pm-7:30pm. Storytelling begins at 3:30pm in the afternoon session and at 6:30pm in the evening session. The light walk may be completed from 5:30pm; the trail may be completed beforehand within opening hours.

Food & Drink

Guests wearing a costume receive a sweet treat to take home.

Going?

Location

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Norton Priory Museum & Gardens · Tudor Rd, Windmill Hill, Runcorn WA7 1SX, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children who enjoy gentle halloween fun

Vibe

Spooky and silly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Dress up in your best creepy costume to receive a sweet treat to take home.
  • Afternoon session ticket holders can complete the Grumpy Pumpkins Halloween Trail at any time during opening hours prior to the story.
  • Evening session ticket holders can arrive early to explore the Jack-o'-Lanterns Light Walk before storytelling begins.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The October 29, 2026 afternoon session includes admission and an activity sheet for the Grumpy Pumpkins Halloween Trail, which can be completed beforehand.
  • The October 29, 2026 evening session includes entry to the Jack-o'-Lanterns Light Walk before storytelling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do children require adult supervision?

Yes, all children attending must be accompanied by an adult.

Are costumes welcome?

Yes, guests can come dressed in their best creepy costume, and everyone wearing one receives a sweet treat.

What additional activities are included with each session?

The afternoon session includes entry and an activity sheet for the Grumpy Pumpkins Halloween Trail, while the evening session includes entry to the Jack-o'-Lanterns Light Walk.

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