Special Features

HALLOWEEN & THE WORKSHOP OF HORRORS 

24th to 31st October 2010

Open 10.30am to 9.00pm  (last entry 7.00pm)

The Model Village comes to life with a spooky twist. Hallowen scenes along with some ghostly and gory moments!  Zombies in the village, werewolves at the camp, the haunted house and many more miniature scenes. 

NEW for 2010 'Dracula 4D' in our Special effects theatre.

After Dark
The main Halloween theme - with special lighting, fire, eerie sound effects and extra activities - is from dusk.  SpookyLuminations from 5.30pm.

Extra special spooky features evenings only, featuring....

The Wicker Man model - see real flames flickering around him every evening, after dark - a truly eerie atmosphere!

Thunder & lightening around the castle 

Spooky - illuminations with special sound & light effects

The 'Workshop of Horrors'  - a fun behind the scenes 15-20 min. tour (optional) - Late one evening an unspeakable event happened in the workshops, now abandonded and allegedly haunted. Let the Keeper guide you behind the scenes on an atmospheric lantern-lit tour.  You may glimpse the ghost of the workshops!  This is scary fun but, be warned, it will be dark and eerie. Uneven paths Sensible footwear is essential.  Workshop Tours start regularly after dark - from about 6pm.   

NEW FOR 2010 - A Halloween chocolote treat for anyone in costume - evening visits after 5pm only. 

'Tomb Raiding' Dig - FREE for children (over 3 years only) - Dig in and see what you can unearth. Every day from 5.00pm

ADMISSION PRICE:

Normal gate prices apply: Adult £8.50, Senior £7.75, Child (3 to 14 yrs) £6.25. Family Discount (4 or more paying people) Save 75p per child

Optional Extras: -

4D Theatre (Dracula 4D) AND  Workshop of Horrors behind the scenes tour- Get both of these for just £1.50 extra per person. 

NEW FOR 2010 - When adding the workshop tour and 4D theatre, children receive a trick or treat bag - pick up a treat in the 4D theatre and on the tour

Tomb Rading Dig - FREE

Note: Optional extra charges also apply to Annual Ticket Holders

SCARE FACTOR 

The Model Village appeals to all ages, so the general theme is designed to be a light-hearted Halloween event. However, there are some miniature gory scenes and certain scary/horror displays. The eeriest time to visit with the best Halloween theme is certainly after dark.

The Workshop of Horrors, behind the scenes, tour is a fun spoof horror.  It is highly recommended but It will be dark and creepy and may not be suitable for some very young children.  This experience is optional and missing it will not detract from the rest of your visit. 
  

GENERAL SCARE GUIDE (out of 5):

Gardens daytime :

Adults and older children (7/8 yrs +) :1

Younger children: 1/2 

Gardens after dark: 

Adults & older children 1/2

Younger children: 2

4D 'Dracula' (optional):

Adults & older children 1 to 2

Younger children: 2/3

 Workshop of Horrors (optional):

Adults & older children 2

Younger children: 2 to 3

NOTE: The above information is only a general guide, children's 'scare' level varies greatly (and adults too), parental discretion is required

Watch our events video HERE

(a short video starting with Winter Wonderland, Halloween follows)