26/10/2024
Lots of things to do on Ashbourne this half term 🎃 🧙
Autumn in Ashbourne 🤎✨
Whether you’re after spooky fun, outdoor adventures, or family-friendly activities, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of 10 local activities to enjoy this autumn, guaranteed to bring some seasonal cheer:
🎃 Shirley Pumpkins – Wander through the fields and pick the perfect pumpkin for your doorstep. A great way to spend time with family and snap some fun, festive photos!
💀 Skeleton-Fest – Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure with our town-wide skeleton hunt. Explore every eerie corner of Ashbourne and discover the spooky surprises lurking around each bend!
🎶 Halloween Musical Bingo at The Old Dog – Get your best witch’s hat on for Thursday, 31st October! Musical bingo, spooky hits, and tons of fun—tickets are £10, and you won’t want to miss out! 🎟️🎶
🐼 Peak Wildlife Park – From 26th October to 3rd November, enjoy half-price tickets for kids when booked online using code PANDA50 at checkout. A great family day out!
🧙♀️ Halloween Night of Fun – On Thursday, 31st October, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, join in the fun at Shrovetide Walk. Pop by for a mix of games, face painting, and dressing up!
🧸 Ashbourne at Play – Step back in time with the ‘Ashbourne at Play’ exhibition, curated by the Heritage Museum. Showcasing toys and toy shops from the town’s history and its playful past, running at the Town Hall.
🛍️ Makers Street Market – On 26th October, pop by to find unique, handcrafted goods, tasty treats, and some spooky tricks! A perfect stop for local shopping.
🎆 Ashbourne Fireworks & Fun Fair – On Friday, 1st November at Ashbourne Park, enjoy the funfair from 5 PM, followed by a dazzling fireworks display at 7 PM.
👻 Ashbourne’s Haunted Tour – Discover Ashbourne’s ghostly history with this self-guided walk. Pick up your map for £1 from the Heritage Museum and learn all about the town’s spooky past.
🦆 Friends of Ashbourne Park Duck Dash – Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon on Sunday 27th October at 1 PM on Fishpond Meadow. Watch as the ducks race across the pond, supporting the community and raising funds for Ashbourne Park.
