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Halloween crafts and spooky stories

Join us for some Halloween crafty fun in the Victorian kitchen.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Bring the family along for some Halloween activities at Gawthorpe Hall. Have a go at our fun Halloween crafts making a spooky shadow scene, then listen to a scary story to make you jump! Plus see if you can find all the bats that have flown out of the Great Barn and hidden around the Hall on the Bat Trail. Why not come along dressed up as your favourite witch, wizard or Halloween character and see if you can scare us!

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult

Accessibility

Main activities are in the basement kitchen, down a flight of stairs. Unfortunately, due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.

Contact info

Lancashire County Council

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