Halloween & Half Term in Cheshire

Get ready for chills and thrills this Halloween in Cheshire!

There's lots going on in Chester and Cheshire this Half Term, from pumpkin picking to ghost tours, trails to follow and clues to solve and woodland trails lit up at night.

Join in freaky activities at Gulliver's World, head to the UK's biggest open air cinema to see some spooky films, visit Tatton Park for their new Skellies and Wellies event or gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Beeston Castle.

This is just for starters, there is lots more going on for Halloween and during half term in Cheshire, come and visit if you dare...

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Bonfires & Fireworks in Cheshire

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Exhibition

Macclesfield

Travel to the edge of the universe in astounding detail at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, coming to Jodrell Bank this October and free with admission.

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26 Oct 2024to27 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Relaxed Openings

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Family Friendly

Macclesfield

With reduced noise and light levels, a relaxed screening of 'The Story of Jodrell Bank', and a designated Quiet Space, this is a calmer start to the morning for anyone who might appreciate it.

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2 Feb 2025

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Aladdin

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Old Hall, Warrington

The much-loved tale of Aladdin flies into Gulliver's World Warrington this festive season on selected dates from 28th December - 5th January.

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Blakemere's Firework Display 2024 - 30th Birthday Edition

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Sandiway, Northwich

Get ready to ignite the night sky with Blakemere's Firework Display - 30th Birthday Edition!

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Murder Mystery Dinner

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Food & Drink

Manchester Road, Knutsford

Come and join us for an evening of intrigue and mystery. A murder has been committed and we need to find out who has carried out this dreadful crime! Can you solve the clues and be the hero of the day?

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Blakemere's Halloween Pumpkin Trail

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Sandiway, Northwich

Follow your trail map on a haunting adventure and discover the eerie history of Blakemere's past.

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Deadly Museum Trail

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Trail

Chester

Discover the deadly things at the Grosvenor Museum this October with our special trail.

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Super Natural

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Upton-by-Chester

Discover a Halloween like no other at CHESTER ZOO this autumn! Marvel at the GIANT PUMPKIN sculptures, complete the trail challenge and collect a sweet treat! Plus, BRAND NEW BEASTS legendary digital experience.

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The Macclesfield BIG BANG - Bonfire & Fireworks Festival

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Prestbury, Macclesfield

The Ultimate Bonfire and Fireworks Festival in East Cheshire!

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Fireworks Spectacular at Gulliver's World

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Old Hall, Warrington

Gulliver's World will be open from 12 midday until 7:30pm for one very special event.

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Betley Bonfire

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Betley, Crewe

Watch the sky come to life in the charming village of Betley on the 2nd November.

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Chester Wizard School

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Chester

Chester Wizard School is the sell out family Halloween event of the North-West. Now in its 8th year we have seen over 6000 people through our doors, many of whom come back every year

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Autumn Artisan Gift Fair

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Fete / Fair

Knutsford

Find something extra special at this artisan food and gift fair.

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Magical Gathering of Witches and Wizards

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Workshop

Port Sunlight, Wirral

Come forth and join us young witches and wizards of Port Sunlight in a magical gathering this Halloween.

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Magical Woodland

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Family Friendly

Northwich

Our spooktacular, Magical Woodland Experience in the heart of the Cheshire Countryside, experience nature in all its Autumnal glory, lit up bydazzling cathedral canopies of fairy lights, interactive light features, and dancing tunnels of…

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Brereton Heath LNR Halloween Trail

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Competition / Game

Brereton, Congleton

Some spooky visitors are visiting the Nature Reserve this half-term! Can you explore the park and find them all? Pick up a map from the outside dispenser and get searching around the park.

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Fireworks & Fun

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Tattenhall

On Friday 1st November we are hosting a day of Family friendly fun with a firework finale.

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Twig or Treat at the Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade

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Whitchurch

Meet the characters, enjoy Twig or Treat Tales at the Storytelling Stage, see sparkly lights & start your new trick-or-treating tradition!

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Top Trumps Trail

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Whitchurch

Join the fun at BeWILDerwood Cheshire this October and take on the exciting new Top Trumps Trail!

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Legally Blonde JR.

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Indoor

Hartford, Northwich

Get ready for a high-energy, family-friendly show perfect for all ages! This one-hour production, with a brief intermission, brings Harvard's beloved blonde, Elle Woods, to the stage in a lively, upbeat story of self-discovery and empowerment.

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