Dates:
24th October - 1st November 2026
Opening Times:
10am - 5pm
What to expect:
Enjoy mysterious mazes, eerie entertainment and frightful delights for the whole family as over 1,100 years of haunted history come to life this October half-term.
Brand new for 2026:
- Scarecrow Disco - Enjoy a stroll up the mound surrounded by character themed scarecrows leading to a family friendly silent scarecrow disco at the top.
- Welcome to the Spirit Hotel – It’s time to check into the Spirit Hotel, where the spirits of past holiday makers who checked in but can never leave await, alongside mysterious guests and spooky surprises around every corner.
Please note: The Kingmaker and Royal Weekend Party attractions will not be open during The Haunted Castle as they host mysterious mazes.
FAQs:
Q: Do I need to purchase a separate ticket for the Haunted Castle event?
A: No, our standard Castle, Gardens and Grounds ticket for one of The Haunted Castle event dates will give you access to all attractions and activities*
*Please note: The Castle Dungeon requires an additional purchased ticket
Q: Is The Haunted Castle suitable for all ages?
A: Yes! We have lots of spooky activities suitable for all ages. Please note that Halloween maze walkthroughs are not suitable for children under 5.
Q: Can we wear fancy dress?
A: Yes! The spookier the better. We encourage dressing up during your visit this Halloween, except for character masks when visiting our Castle Dungeon attraction. We are a family attraction, and we ask that you consider this when choosing your costume.
Q: Do you have a Sensory & Mobility Guide for the event?
A: Yes, please download it here.