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Monday 19th October – Sunday 1st November

This October, explore Conkers as the National Forest settles into its autumn colours. Our seasonal activities offer hands on crafts, ranger led moments and plenty of chances for families to enjoy time together during the half term break.

Included with your admission:

  • Halloween Crafts – Simple, creative activities inspired by the season.
  • Witches’ Potion Scavenger Hunt – Just for fun… complete the ranger’s challenge
  • Conkachoo Train Ride – A spooky journey through the Forest
  • Cinema Screening – Half‑term film fun
  • Amphitheatre Shows – Live performances with a seasonal twist

Plan Ahead The Forest gets busy during Half Term, so booking ahead helps secure your spot.

Spooky Shows

 

Monday 19th October Flip & Dippy – Minibeast Magic and Puppet Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Tuesday 20th October Fudge & Co Exotic Animal Encounters  in The Discovery Hall 11:00 – 3:00pm
Wednesday 21st October Flip & Dippy – Minibeast Magic and Puppet Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Thursday 22nd October Fudge & Co Exotic Animal Encounters in The Disovery Hall 11:00 – 3:00pm
Friday 23rd October Flip & Dippy – Minibeast Magic and Puppet Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Saturday 24th October
Sunday 25th October
Monday 26th October Flip & Dippys Halloween Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Tuesday 27th October Monster Mash – Fancy Entertainment Show  12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Wednesday 28th October Flip & Dippys Halloween Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Thursday 29th October Monster Mash – Fancy Entertainment Show  12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm
Friday 30th October Flip & Dippys Halloween Show 12:00, 1:30 & 3:00pm

Ranger-Led Daily Spook-tivities

12:00pm, 1.45pm and 3:00pm

Beastly Bug Hunting: Tuesday and Friday

Secret Life of Seeds: Thursday and Saturday

Wicked Wood Bushcraft: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday

Enjoy a view from the lake

Head out onto the Conkers lake together and pedal at your own pace, spotting wildlife and enjoying the woodland views as you go.

Each boat fits up to four people (3 years+) for a relaxed 30‑minute trip, priced at £10.00.

This is an additional activity taking place at Conkers Discovery Centre Lake

Book Swans

Open Daily

Paint A Spooky Pottery Shape

Spooky Pottery Painting

Step into the studio and pick a seasonal shape inspired by autumn in the National Forest, from pumpkins and woodland creatures to playful Halloween‑spooky designs. Bring it to life with your own colours and ideas, creating a piece that’s yours to take home. Please allow at least 30 minutes for your painted pot to dry.

Open 11.00am – 4.00pm Daily

Prices start from £8 to paint

Creepy Crafts

Drop in to our Creepy Crafty Arts and Craft Station for self-led spooky-themed activities

 Every day between 11:00am to 4.00pm

Located at our rangers Craft rooms over at Waterside

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Halloween Forest Light Walk

Wednesday 28th, Thursday 29th, Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October

Doors open at 5.00pm

Join us for a spooktacular Halloween event filled with thrilling activities, eerie decorations, and hauntingly good fun!
Start your adventure with a ride on our ghost train for a spine-tingling experience, then explore the magic of our forest light walk through the haunted woods, you may be in for a few Surprises along the way!
The catch the train back and immerse yourself in our 4D cinema showing, indoor play & spooky craft.
Feeling competitive? Dress up as your favourite ghoul or ghost and get ready for a night of fang-tastic fun with prizes for best dressed!
While you’re here, satisfy the whole families hunger with delicious food and drinks available at the Explorers Rest Restaurant. Get ready for an unforgettable Halloween experience at Conkers!

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Watch out for ghouls, witches and trolls!

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