National Trust properties in Hampshire have announced a line-up of free family events for the autumn season.
Mottisfont, near Romsey, will host the ‘We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt’ Halloween adventure trail from October 3 to November 1.
Based on the bestselling children’s books, the trail features activities such as Halloween hoopla, broomstick races and navigating stepping stones.
Read more
-
New picnic table installed at orchard using oak grown on Mottisfont estate
-
PHOTOS- Romsey Makers Market returns with independent traders and live music
-
Rare Mahler masterpiece performed by over 100 musicians at Romsey Abbey
-
Vintage cars parade through Winchester celebrating annual history festival
The trail is designed for pre-schoolers and young children.
The ghost hunt will also be a part of special storytelling sessions on October 10, 11, 25 and 29.
Pre-booking is required for these sessions.
Hinton Ampner’s annual pumpkin festival will take place from October 17 until November 1, with more than 500 examples on display around the gardens.
The pumpkins will be arranged around the gardens, wheelbarrows and carts.
Visitors are also encouraged to see the resident scarecrow in his own pumpkin patch in the kitchen garden.
Also, from October 17, Hinton Ampner’s gardens will transform into a Halloween adventure zone, filled with games and challenges for all ages.
Activities include broomstick races and tossing eyeballs into a bubbling cauldron.
All activities are included in the normal admission price, ensuring families can enjoy the autumnal celebrations at no extra cost.
Share