This October Conkers have a range of activities planned to blow away your Autumnal Blues! Offering a super range of family-friendly craft and ranger-led activities, all in keeping with our Halloween theme!
Included in the price of admission, we adapt our offer for…
Creepy Sensory Trails
Witches Potion Scavenger Task List for a Free Lucky Dip into the giant cauldron of sweets!
Rickety Rackety Conkachoo Train
Our Cinema film thrills with Sonic The Hedgehog
Spooktacular shows in our Amphitheatre
Booking in advance is truly recommended to avoid disappointment
(we often sell out with admission capacity!)
4D CINEMA
Open Daily
With Sonic leading the way, Halloween night becomes a fun-filled adventure as friends navigate through haunted houses and spooky graveyards, vanquishing ghouls with a mix of cleverness and bravery.
Collect tickets upon arrival.
THE BIG HALLOWEEN HUNT
Step right up, ladies and ghouls! Are you ready for a spooktacular adventure? Introducing our brand-new Spooky Characters! These creepy creatures will bring letters to life as you wander our Halloween wonderland. Picture the excitement as children hunt for the letters and decipher the mysterious message.
But that’s not all!
Once they crack the code, they’ll fill in an entry form and unlock an eerie surprise. Each brave soul will receive a super cool activity booklet packed with our spine-tingling characters. Plus, they’ll be automatically entered into a thrilling prize draw!
Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th - The Wizard Kings Jewels
Show Times – 12.00pm, 1.30pm & 3.00pm
The Wizard Kings Crown Jewels have been stolen and now the Wizard King has Challenged Dippy the Royal Witch Doctor to locate and retrieve them.
Join him as he re-tells the spooky but hilarious story of his antics making a magic monster, visiting Count Dracula’s castle, juggling the Screaming Skull clubs and more with lots of audience participation throughout and see if he succeeds in his Quest.
Waterside Amphitheatre
Thursday 19th and Friday 20th - Fudge & Co Animal Pro's
Throughout 11.00am – 3.00pm
Our world is home to so many amazing creatures and now you can get up close and personal with a huge range of species here at CONKERS! Ever wanted to meet a millipede? Stroke a skunk? or have a staring contest with an owl? Now’s your time here at CONKERS! This half term we welcome curious critters from different habitats all over the world to The Heart Of The National Forest.
Conkers Discovery Hall
Monday 23rd, Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th - *Ghostbosters*
Show Times – 12.00pm, 1.30pm & 3.00pm
Join new *Ghostboster* recruit, Flip, as he discovers what it takes to be a professional *Ghostboster* when he takes on his first job. In this highly entertaining and interactive show, you will help Flip catch the Slimey Slimester, encounter the Floating Golden Skull and the Spirit of Frankenstein in the Magic Mirror before expelling the stage of the Ghosts that have been plaguing Conkers. This spectacular spooky show will be full of gasps and laughter as Flip and his audience work together to complete the mission.
Waterside Amphitheatre
Thursday 26th and Friday 27th - Dinosaur Experiences
Get ready for a roaring good time at CONKERS this half term as the dinosaurs have staged a takeover, giving these ancient reptiles the chance to rule the roost once again – don’t miss your chance to meet and greet your favourite dino buddies and their adorable little hatchlings! Do not fret, our rangers have befriended these wild reptiles and are on hand to share some wonderful facts about our prehistoric friends.
Conkers Discovery Site
Monday 30th and Tuesday 31st - The Wizard Kings Jewels
Show Times – 12.00pm, 1.30pm & 3.00pm
The Wizard Kings Crown Jewels have been stolen and now the Wizard King has Challenged Dippy the Royal Witch Doctor to locate and retrieve them.
Join him as he re-tells the spooky but hilarious story of his antics making a magic monster, visiting Count Dracula’s castle, juggling the Screaming Skull clubs and more with lots of audience participation throughout and see if he succeeds in his Quest.
Waterside Amphitheatre
Wednesday 1st November *Ghostbosters*
Show Times – 12.00pm, 1.30pm & 3.00pm
Join new *Ghostboster* recruit, Flip, as he discovers what it takes to be a professional *Ghostboster* when he takes on his first job. In this highly entertaining and interactive show, you will help Flip catch the Slimey Slimester, encounter the Floating Golden Skull and the Spirit of Frankenstein in the Magic Mirror before expelling the stage of the Ghosts that have been plaguing Conkers. This spectacular spooky show will be full of gasps and laughter as Flip and his audience work together to complete the mission.
Waterside Amphitheatre
Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd November - Mercer Falconry
Show Times – 12.30pm and 2.30pm
Our displays feature an array of captivating birds of prey, showcasing their diverse flying styles and captivating audiences with a visual spectacle that leaves a lasting impression. Alongside an entertaining commentary, we also strive to educate and raise awareness about conservation, using the incredible personalities of our feathered friends to engage and inspire people to care for our natural world.
RANGER ACTIVITIES
Monday 16th – Scarecrow Making Tuesday 17th – Bug hunting Wednesday 18th – Bushcraft Thursday 19th – Scarecrow Making Friday 20th – Bug hunting Saturday 21st – Bushcraft Sunday 22nd – Trees and Seeds
Monday 23rd – Scarecrow Making Tuesday 24th – Bug hunting Wednesday 25th – Bushcraft Thursday 26th – Scarecrow Making Friday 27th – Bug hunting Saturday 28th – Bushcraft Sunday 29th – Trees and Seeds
Monday 30th – Scarecrow Making Tuesday 31st – Bug hunting Wednesday 1st November – Bushcraft Thursday 2nd – Scarecrow Making Friday 3rd – Trees and Seeds
Get ready to channel your inner Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen as you aim for the bullseye together.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced archer, this thrilling activity is suitable for all skill levels. So, gather your family, and let the arrows fly as you embark on an unforgettable adventure together. Grab your bows and arrows and give archery a shot!
Where ordinary pottery becomes extraordinary masterpieces!
Picture this: you walk into the studio, armed with a paintbrush and endless imagination. You pick a blank pottery piece, be it a slate, a mug, or even a quirky gnome. Then, armed with a rainbow of paints, you unleash your inner Picasso and turn that plain pottery into a work of art!
Open 12.30pm – 4.30pm Daily
An additional activity taking over our shop
Be My Bear!
Strap yourself in for a fluffy adventure as I take you into the enchanting world of Conkers! Here is a place where you become the ultimate bear creator. You get to choose your bear, fill it full of love – It’s like becoming a fashionista for teddy bears! A place where imagination runs wild and hugs are mandatory.
Get ready to enjoy a bear-tastic activity!
Open 12.30pm – 4.30pm Daily
An additional activity taking over our shop
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Drop in to our Creepy Crafty Arts and Craft Station – 12.30pm to 4.00pm
Twilight Walks
Experience the thrill of Halloween like never before at CONKERS this Halloween Half Term! As part of the festivities, we are delighted to offer Twilight walks every Sunday 4:30pm to 5:30pm.
Join us at the Waterside Reception, where you will embark on an enchanting journey led by Ranger Tilly, exploring the fascinating world of bats and bugs. But that’s not all! All our guests will receive a complimentary activity book, ensuring endless fun and entertainment for the whole family.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to create unforgettable memories this Halloween.
