Spooky Watch in Merseyside

The nights are drawing in, there are spider webs galore, and pumpkins are making an appearance…yes, Halloween is nearly upon us! So dig out those witch and goblin costumes once more, as there are plenty of ghoulish goings-on for your little ones to enjoy. From zombie pirates to creepy crafts, these frightful friendly events are sure to get all the family into the spooky spirit.

 

Who will be lurking on the Haunted American Street?

Southport BID have announced exciting plans for a great new attraction for their annual Halloween Festival – Spooky Southport. This autumn, a purpose built, hyper real American Street dressed with pumpkins will be created in the town centre. Trick or Treaters will be able to cross picket fenced lawns to knock on life size doors and windows. Behind each door, peeping from each window are all manner of creepy characters. But which will be waiting with a treat and which will most definitely be there to trick? The event runs from Saturday 26th to Tuesday 29th October, is free to visit and suitable for all ages (under 8’s at parents’ discretion). W: www.spookysouthport.com

 

Go spooky at Speke this half term

There’s something new to discover at Speke Hall this October half term as families are invited to step into Tudor times with a spooky twist. Experience how the Tudors at Speke would have celebrated Hallowtide with spooky storytelling, a family trail through the Dark Woods and superstitious crafts. Wrap up and play in the great outdoors too as autumn colour paints the gardens and woods at Speke. Crunch through leaves, solve the mystery of the hedge maze, explore the Giant Childe of Hale play trail or let off some steam in the woodland play area. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/speke-hall-garden-and-estate

 

Will you brave the Zombie Pirate Treasure Trail this half term?

Head to Blakemere this half term for some spooktacular happenings! Try out their spooky Zombie Pirate Treasure Trail with new interactive activities and discover the hidden treasure left there by the Zombie Pirates many years ago. For each completed trail map, an Activity Prize will be won and there are prizes for best dressed, so don’t forget to don your scariest outfit! Open daily from 19th October – 3rd November and suitable for children aged 3-11. On Saturday 2nd November, wrap up warm and join them for an amazing fireworks display and laser light show in the surrounds of the Cheshire Woodlands – it will be the perfect family evening out! W: www.blakemerevillage.com