As the days grow shorter and October half-term approaches, Norfolk is preparing for another packed Halloween season.
From family-friendly pumpkin patches and illuminated woodland trails, to terrifying scare attractions designed to test even the bravest visitors, there is no shortage of spooky events to enjoy across the county.
Whether you're looking to carve the perfect pumpkin, take younger children on a Halloween adventure or experience some genuine jump scares with friends, these five events offer something for all ages.
1. Halloween at BeWILDerwood
Where: BeWILDerwood, Horning Road, Hoveton, NR12 8JW
When: Weekends between October 3 and November 1
Price: £21.50 to 26.50
BeWILDerwood’s family Halloween attraction returns from October 3.
Visitors can enjoy the Twig or Treat Trail, Halloween crafts, spooky storytelling and the Glowing Light Trail through the woodland after dark.
Children are encouraged to dress up in their favourite costumes as the woodland attraction transforms for a month of Halloween-themed activities.
2. PrimEvil Scare Nights
Were: ROARR!, Lenwade, NR9 5JE
When: October 16 to October 31
Price: From £36.10
PrimEvil returns for its 17th year from October 16 on selected nights.
The attraction features six horror haunts, more than 130 actors and live entertainment.
It has grown into one of the UK's best-known Halloween scare attractions, drawing thousands of thrill-seekers to Lenwade each autumn
3. Stranger Folk: Crone Calling
Where: Blickling Estate, Blickling, NR11 6NF
When: October 3 to November 8
Price: Free
This family-friendly Halloween adventure uses the Stranger Folk app to guide visitors around an immersive folklore-inspired trail.
Players must solve clues, harness the elements and help close a rift between the human and spirit worlds before mischievous creatures escape.
4. Pensthorpe Pumpkin Festival
Where: Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, Pensthorpe, Fakenham, NR21 0LN
When: October 24 to November 1
Price: £4 to £9.95
The festival includes a giant pumpkin patch, carving area and the Curse of the Cornfield maize maze.
Organisers describe it as the biggest autumn event in Pensthorpe Natural Park's calendar, offering a mix of Halloween activities and outdoor family fun during half-term.
After-dark events feature fire performers, marshmallow toasting and illuminated trails.
5. Halloween at Bressingham Steam Museum
Location: Bressingham Steam Museum, Low Road, Diss, IP22 2AA
When: October 24, 27, 28 and 29
Price: Free to £10
The museum will be transformed into a “haunting wonderland” for several October dates.
Visitors can ride the spooky Ghost Train, enjoy Halloween-themed trips on the Victorian Gallopers and watch live magic performances throughout the evening.
There will also be marshmallow toasting around fire pits, adding to the atmospheric Halloween experience.
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