Embrace the spirit of Halloween in Scarborough with our comprehensive guide, featuring an array of bone-chilling events and macabre mysteries to explore. Navigate Scarborough's supernatural scene with our inclusive guide.
One haunting attraction this season is the Terror Tower, where eerie tales and spooky surprises await at every corner. You'll also find family-friendly activities during the Halloween Half-Term at Scarborough Castle, highlighted by engaging workshops and seasonal decorations. And the Halloween Trail is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a delightful exploration of the town’s hidden ghouls and ghostly legends. Check out the rest of the page for more details on these and other fun events and activities!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Scarborough
- Halloween Trail
- Halloween Half-Term at Scarborough Castle
- Terror Tower
- Castle Howard Halloween Outdoor Cinema (York)
- Fang-tastic Family Fun on Scarborough North Bay Railway
- Spooktacular Pumpkin Festival at Piglets (Towthorpe)
- Creepy Fun Walk, Games & Crafts at Scampston Hall (Malton)
- Whistlestop Valley Halloween Train (Clayton West)
- Spooky Season at Scampston (Malton)
- Lotherton Hall Pumpkin Hunt (Aberford)
See these and even more events listed below!
Scarborough Area Haunted Experiences
Terror Tower
What to Expect:
Combines live actors, animated scenes, and special effects to create a very terrifying experience.
Description:
Terror Tower in Scarborough is a premier Haunted House attraction that brings to life terrifying characters from horror movies. Guests embark on a journey through eleven scenes across three storeys, featuring high-tech Animatronic figures, special lighting, and high-quality sound effects. The experience begins at Bates Motel and escalates into a real nightmare.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: Terror Tower
Whistlestop Valley Halloween Train
What to Expect:
An immersive and potentially scary haunted train ride experience for families.
Description:
The Whistlestop Valley Halloween Ghost Train is an immersive experience where participants are transported from Clayton West Station to an unknown destination. The event includes a return steam train ride, a 45-minute to 1-hour Ghost Train experience, access to The Firebox Cafe, and rides on the Clayton Flyer miniature railway. It is advised to use discretion when booking for younger children, as the experience can be quite scary.
Where: Clayton West | More Info: Whistlestop Valley Halloween Train
Black Widow Ghost Tours
What to Expect:
An 80-minute walking tour that delves into the haunted past of Scarborough.
Description:
Embark on a thrilling walking tour with Black Widow Ghost Tours in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, to explore the town's darker history and spooky legends. The tour takes you through iconic views of Scarborough, including South Bay Beach and the Old Town, while sharing eerie tales and historical anecdotes.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: Black Widow Ghost Tours
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Scarborough
Halloween Half-Term at Scarborough Castle
What to Expect:
A spooky adventure where families can solve creepy clues and listen to spooky stories in a historic setting.
Description:
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Scarborough Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories. This event is included in the standard entry price, and members get free entry. Book online to save 15% and ensure guaranteed entry.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: Halloween Half-Term at Scarborough Castle
Halloween Trail
What to Expect:
Immersive pumpkin-carving experience in a fairy-lit barn.
Description:
Experience the magic of Halloween at Humble Bee Farm's Pumpkin Patch & Halloween Trail. Pick and carve your own pumpkin in the fairy-lit barn, explore the spooky trail by torchlight, and enjoy pumpkin-flavored milkshakes and hot food from The Hive Cafe Bar. The event offers a variety of activities, including visits to the Farmyard Gang and a warm fire pit gathering.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: Halloween Trail
Fang-tastic Family Fun on Scarborough North Bay Railway
What to Expect:
Complete the Pumpkin Trail on a scenic railway ride for a chance to win a Ghoulish Goody Bag.
Description:
Embark on a fang-tastic adventure at Scarborough North Bay Railway's Pumpkin Trail. Take a ride on the train as you complete the Pumpkin Trail, with the chance to win a Ghoulish Goody Bag. This family-friendly event is suitable for visitors of all ages and offers a delightful blend of Halloween fun and scenic railway rides.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: Fang-tastic Family Fun on Scarborough North Bay Railway
Spooktacular Pumpkin Festival at Piglets
What to Expect:
The event offers a variety of activities designed for both children and adults, including pumpkin picking, carving, and a mysterious maize maze with a giant smoke-breathing dragon.
Description:
The Spooktacular Pumpkin Festival at Piglets Adventure Farm is a family-friendly event offering a variety of activities including pumpkin picking, carving, and exploring a mysterious maize maze. Visitors can also meet a giant smoke-breathing dragon, discover gruesome ghosts, and engage in animal encounters and adventure play areas.
Where: Towthorpe | More Info: Spooktacular Pumpkin Festival at Piglets
Creepy Fun Walk, Games & Crafts at Scampston Hall
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween event with a variety of ghoulish games and craft sessions.
Description:
Join Scampston Hall for a spooky Halloween celebration featuring ghoulish games, creepy craft sessions, and a creepy fun walk. The event includes activities like monster egg-rolling down the Mount, all included in the usual garden admission fee. Fancy dress is encouraged but not required, and children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Where: Malton | More Info: Creepy Fun Walk, Games & Crafts at Scampston Hall
Scampston Hall Halloween Trail
What to Expect:
An interactive Halloween-related dingbat trail that challenges participants to solve spooky puzzles in the walled garden.
Description:
Experience Scampston Hall's Halloween Dingbat Trail, an interactive and fun activity for all the family. This trail takes you on a quest through the walled garden, where you'll solve spooky dingbats located at various points. Complete all the phrases to claim your prize Children must be supervised by an adult, making it suitable for both adults and children.
Where: Malton | More Info: Scampston Hall Halloween Trail
Lotherton Hall Pumpkin Hunt
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with pumpkin picking and animal encounters at Wildlife World.
Description:
Experience the Halloween spirit at Lotherton Hall with the Pumpkin Patch and Trailer Tours. Enjoy pumpkin picking and discover the hidden treasures of the Edwardian hall. Encounter animals from across the globe at Wildlife World, making it a family-friendly adventure filled with seasonal activities.
Where: Aberford | More Info: Lotherton Hall Pumpkin Hunt
Spooky Season at Scampston
What to Expect:
A family-friendly spooky story walk with ghostly tales and campfire activities.
Description:
Join us at Scampston Hall for a spooky story walk around the Walled Garden. This family-friendly event features wicked witches sharing ghost stories and other spooky tales at various locations around the grounds. The walk starts at 5 PM and lasts approximately 1.5 hours, including toasting marshmallows by a campfire and singing songs. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times, and fancy dress is encouraged but not required.
Where: Malton | More Info: Spooky Season at Scampston
Strid Wood Pumpkin Trail
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween-themed trail with clues hidden in mystery boxes to solve a puzzle.
Description:
Join the Strid Wood Pumpkin Trail at Bolton Abbey Estate, where you can navigate through Strid Wood using a map and giant pumpkins. Keep your eyes peeled for clues hidden in mystery boxes to solve the puzzle. The trail begins at the Cavendish Shop and leads you through Strid via a green trail, suitable for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs. Dogs are welcome on leads, and warm clothing and sturdy shoes are advised.