Arts & Crafts

Essex

Uttlesford

Join Surtal Arts for a hands-on Diwali lantern-making workshop. Create your own decorative lantern using colourful materials and craft techniques, and take home a handmade decoration for Diwali.

A fun creative activity for families to enjoy together. This activity is suitable for children ages 5 and up.

Image courtesy of Surtal Arts.

Bookings will open for this event on this page on Tuesday 13 October at 9am.

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Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Marble Hill. With a full afternoon of activities, you can expect illuminations, dancers, dhol drummers, giant puppets, hands-on workshops and more.

Join us for a free lantern making workshop throughout the afternoon to create your own lantern at set times throughout the day. Choose your timeslot for the lantern making workshop when you book your place online.

Diwali at Marble Hill is free to attend.

Parking is limited at Marble Hill, so we'd recommend using public transport.

Diwali At Marble Hill

Take part in a guided nature journaling session throughout the gardens with the whole family.

You will be provided with a nature journal full of prompts, ideas and questions that you can work on in the gardens or at home. The journals are adaptable and can be completed by our young visitors, all the way up to grown ups.

Listen, observe, document, or create - the choice is yours!

Family Nature Journaling

Join us at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden for a wonderful craft workshop followed by a cream tea! Located in our historic stables, you will be guided, step by step, in making a beautiful, folded book vase, and a selection of paper flowers to decorate it.

To top it all off, you can then enjoy a scrumptious cream tea in our tearooms, all included in the ticket. The cream tea we are providing is - a choice of tea or coffee with a scone with jam and clotted cream.

You don’t need to have any experience and everything you need will be provided.

The workshop will be run on Sunday 18 October and Saturday 24 October from 1pm - 3.30pm. Entry into the Castle is from 12pm onwards.

We have limited spaces, so sign up for what promises to be a fun, creative, and enjoyable afternoon!

Craft Workshop And Cream Tea At Kenilworth Castle

As darkness falls, discover a different side of Eltham Palace on this atmospheric 90-minute Halloween tour. Step inside after hours and uncover the palace’s spooky connections, from intriguing stories surrounding historical figures associated with the palace to eerie legends shared by staff and visitors.

Along the way, explore the fascinating history of Halloween and discover how centuries of superstition, folklore and belief have shaped the way we think about the supernatural.

With exclusive after-hours access and a suitably spooky atmosphere, this is a tour for those who enjoy a good ghost story with a few surprises along the way.

BOOK TICKETS TO TWILIGHT HALLOWEEN TALES

This ticket grants admission to the after hours Twilight Halloween Tales event only. If you would like to explore the palace in the daytime you will need to purchase admission here.

Twilight Halloween Tales At Eltham Palace And Gardens

See Whitby Abbey in a spectacular new light this Halloween!

Join us at Whitby Abbey to see the breathtaking gothic ruins bathed in dramatic, glowing illuminations. It’s the ultimate seasonal experience for the whole family.

Have your camera at the ready as you explore the ruins after dark and enjoy spook-tacular food and drink from our brilliant local vendors.

Of course, it wouldn't be Halloween in Whitby without Dracula. This year, the spirit of Bram Stoker’s legendary novel is brought to life beneath the shadows of the abbey in a brand-new, captivating way.

Join us for new interactive family performances and step into the story, explore the mysteries of the night and experience Dracula not as a figure of fear, but as a captivating guide to one of the world’s most famous tales.

Don't miss out on Whitby's most magical Halloween tradition.

Illuminated Whitby Abbey

Start your weekend feeling refreshed with a session of Community Yoga set against the backdrop of Marble Hill and its beautiful surroundings. A community-based event - just bring a mat and join in!

This event is sutiable for adults and over 12s only.

Visit the Lotus and Laurely Yoga website for more details on how to book in for a session and more information about Community Yoga at Marble Hill.

Community Yoga At Marble Hill

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens this October half-term. 

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Brodsworth Hall And Gardens

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Dover Castle this October half-term. 

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Dover Castle

Join us at Gainsborough Old Hall for free drop-in Halloween Craft sessions with our brilliant craft volunteers and have a go at creating your own Halloween themed decorations to take home with you. These sessions take place on the following dates from 10am - 2pm, with last entry at 1.30pm. All materials are provided. These sessions are sutiable for children of all ages.

A Spooky Silhouette Workshop on Saturday 17 October, from 10am - 2pm

Join our Craft Volunteer, Julie, as she teaches you how to paint your own spooky silhouette painting. Just in time for Halloween and spooky season.

Masks and Bunting Craft Session on Saturday 24 October, from 10am - 2pm

Get ready for Halloween by making your own mask for your costume, or bunting to put up in your house.

Conker Pumpkins and Leafy Ghosts Craft Session on Monday 26 October, from 10am - 2pm

Turn our fallen leaves and conkers into some Halloween friends. Decorate bright pumpkins and spooky ghosts to take home.

Spider Making Workshop on Friday 30 October, from 10am - 2pm

Join us the day before Halloween to create your own spider in its web.

These sessions do not include entry to the Hall. If you would like to explore the Hall as part of your visit, you can buy tickets on arrival, or in advance online to save 15%.

Halloween Crafts At Gainsborough Old Hall

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Audley End House and Gardens this October half-term. 

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Audley End House And Gardens

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Bolsover Castle this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Bolsover Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Framlingham Castle this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Framlingham Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Halloween half-term at Wrest Park this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Wrest Park

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Stonehenge this October half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games as well as a themed trail and a seasonal selfie spot around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry. the same:

Halloween Half-Term At Stonehenge

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Halloween half-term at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Kenilworth Castle And Elizabethan Garden

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens this October half-term. 

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Belsay Hall, Castle And Gardens

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield

Discover the fascinating world of worms and explore Charles Darwin’s experiments on their behaviour on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October.

Learn about the different types of earthworm and take part in hands-on worm sampling in the beautiful gardens at Down House.

These activities are included with your general admission to Down House. Book early and save 15%. Members go free.

Worm Weekend At Down House

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Eltham Palace and Gardens this October half-term. 

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Eltham Palace And Gardens

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Halloween half-term at Whitby Abbey this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Whitby Abbey

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Halloween half-term at Scarborough Castle this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Scarborough Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Halloween half-term at Pendennis Castle this half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At Pendennis Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Audley End House and Gardens this October half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling, spooky games and devilish disco fun, as well as themed trails and seasonal selfie spots around the site.

And it wouldn't be Halloween without costumes, so don't forget to come dressed for the occasion. Join in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Keep your eye on the website for more details.

The event is included in the standard entry price, book in advance and save 15%. English Heritage members get free entry.

Halloween Half-Term At At Carisbrooke Castle

Audley End is celebrated for its magnificence: beautifully furnished rooms and fine objects, carefully arranged and presented for visitors. Yet above these showpiece interiors lies another, lesser-known world.

Running from May to November 2026, Behind Closed Doors is a new exhibition that offers a rare glimpse into the hidden second-floor rooms, long closed to the public. Once guest bedrooms and servants’ quarters, they now function as store rooms, revealing a quieter side of life within the house.

Through the photographs of Lachlan French and Clive Downes, these interiors evoke a faded splendour, carefully preserved as if a moment frozen in time.

In contrast to the rooms below, they offer a more subtle beauty, shaped by memory, atmosphere, and the traces of lives once lived behind closed doors.

This event is included with general admission. Book in advance to save 15%. Members go free.

Behind Closed Doors:

English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

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English Heritage

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