Halloween Half-Term Fun

Saturday 24 October – Sunday 1 November 
10:00am – 4:00pm 

Take part in the Spooktacular spells and spooks at Nothe Fort this October Half Term in the last family event of 2026.

We’ve conjured up a whole cauldron full of activities that are perfect for all ages:

Halloween Mouse Hunt

Family Ghost Tours – dates to be announced. 

Wand-making Workshop

Pumpkin Golf

Fiendish games in the Family Room

Ghosty Boo Bowling

Creepy crafts, and more!

More to be announced!

Family Ghost Tours during Halloween Half-Term 👻

Dates to be announced. 

This Halloween, Nothe Fort will be opening an additional spooky tunnel to explore. Let our guides lead you through the history behind the Fort’s walls…

Tour Information

Times: To be announced.

Spaces: Limited spaces (10 per tour)

How to Book: book for FREE from the Shop desk on the day of your visit.

(Please be aware: the tour involves plenty of steps and one-way tunnels.)

Click here for more information about the Ghost Tours

Looking for something scary for Grown-ups?

Thrill-seekers will love this year’s Nothe of the Living Dead event, which combines jump scares and escape dungeon-style challenges and puzzles in an hour-long experience that sees participants take on a chilling quest to save the world from an undead takeover.

Dates to be announced.

Admission Information

• This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.

• What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: dogs.claim.nest

• Parking: parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: mixed.stuck.serve)

• Seating Provided: – Only shows in the Engine Room have seating. There are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.

• Food and Drink: The Fort View Café will be open.

• Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit. 

• Wheelchair User Access: Nothe Fort is wheelchair accessible and has a lift. If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).