A spellbinding mix of family fun and spooky surprises will descend on Burghley House this October Half Term.
From 18 October – 2 November (10am–5pm) take the Halloween Trail, tiptoeing through the autumn leaves and creeping along mysterious pathways to uncover ghosts and ghouls hiding in the Sculpture Garden. Pick up a Trail Sheet to solve spooky riddles and earn a tasty treat and don’t forget your scariest Halloween costume.
From 27 – 31 October (12pm–4pm) all ages are welcome to join Halloween-themed craft sessions, to create fang-tastic masterpieces for the spooky season, or why not step into the past with Beastly Boring Tours (25, 27–30 October, and 1 November) — the family-friendly experience that’s anything but boring! Led by costumed guides, these lively morning tours are packed with grisly tales and mysterious stories from Burghley’s fascinating history.
Epic autumn adventures also await. Cecil has transformed into a friendly ghostly figure for the spooky season! Join him and his woodland friends at Hide & Secrets and pick up a free Spymaster’s Guide, crunching, crawling and jumping through the autumn leaves as you complete special spy missions — all leading to the thrilling Hidden Towers.
More fun can be enjoyed on selected weekends in November at Burghley’s Adventure Play & Gardens (Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 November, Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 November).
It’s the final few weeks to step inside one of England’s greatest stately homes before the House closes for winter. Explore 18 of the most magnificent State Rooms in the country, home to world-class works of art and stunning craftsmanship. Meanwhile, outside, the Gardens are aglow with autumn splendour — a breathtaking tapestry of fiery oranges, rich reds, and glowing golds.
For something a little different for your Saturday night, the Baroque at Burghley Concert on 18 October presents an enchanting evening of Baroque music performed live in the Great Hall. Experience some of the era’s most beautiful works in a truly historic setting.
The magic isn’t over for the year yet, though, as a festive shopping experience soon returns, with Burghley Christmas Fair taking place from 27 – 30 November.
