YOUR HALLOWEEN AND BONFIRE NIGHT GUIDE IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE TH
24 OCTOBER TO TH 8 NOVEMBER
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While all events featured in this Halloween booklet were correct at the time of publication, even the best-laid plans of witches, ghosts and goblins can change! Before setting off on your spooky adventure, we recommend checking directly with the venue or event organiser for the latest information, including dates, times and any booking requirements. So grab your broomstick, carve your pumpkin, and keep an eye out for those mischievous ghosts, but be sure to double-check before you travel! Happy Halloween and enjoy a frightfully fun time across South Derbyshire!
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FREE SPOOKY TRAIL @VISIT SOUTH DERBYSHIRE INFORMATION CENTRE TH ST 24 OCTOBER TO 31 OCTOBER
Pop into the Visitor Information Centre to th pick up your Spooky Trail Form from the 24 October Visit the shops on the trail and look out for the spooky picture and hidden letter. Collect all the letters and unscramble them to reveal the mystery words. Return your completed form to the Visitor Information Centre and pick up a treat
🌈✨ Myriad by Architects of Air at Sudbury ✨🌈 Step inside a magical world of colour and light at Myriad by Architects of Air, an extraordinary immersive experience at The Children's Country House at Sudbury. Wander through glowing tunnels and stunning spaces filled with vibrant colours in this unique inflatable luminarium. Dates: 16th - 25th October 2026 Sessions: Various timed entry slots available throughout the day. Booking is essential. Venue: The Children's Country House at Sudbury, Sudbury, Ashbourne, DE6 5HT. Perfect for all ages, this calming and fully accessible experience combines art, architecture and light to create a mesmerising sensory adventure. Booking essential. Standard admission charges apply, with Myriad requiring a pre-booked timeslot.
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https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/thechildrens-country-house-at-sudbury/events
🎃 Pumpkin Village at
National Forest Adventure Farm Step into a magical autumn wonderland filled with pumpkins, seasonal photo opportunities and family fun. Wander through acres of pumpkin patches and choose from hundreds of thousands of pumpkins in a huge variety of shapes, sizes and colours.
🎃 24th - 31st October 🕙 10:00am - 4:00pm 🎃 📸 🎭🎶 🍔 🎪
What to expect: Pumpkin picking from the patch Themed photo opportunities Live music on selected dates Seasonal food and drink stalls Village-style attractions and autumn displays
Book tickets for pumkin village only at: www.pumpkin-village.co.uk
🎃 Arbie's i-Spy: Autumn Trail at
National Remembrance Gardens (Formerly known as the Arboreteum)
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How do you do? Toowit twoo, welcome friends, I need you! 28 March - 12 April 2026 10:00am - 5:00pm
Explore the beautiful grounds as you help Arbie search for colourful leaves and other autumnal treasures in this brand-new outdoor trail. Keep an eye out for wildlife and trees that reflect the rich colours of the season. It’s a fun and interactive way to connect with nature and enjoy the magic of the season! £2.50 per person https://gardens.britishlegion.org.uk/what's-on/events/october-half-term
🎃 National Forest Adventure Farm & Pumpkin Village Entry Set within the heart of the countryside, the National Forest Adventure Farm offers acres of family-friendly fun, with indoor soft play, outdoor adventure zones, animal experiences, barrel rides and seasonal events throughout the year. During autumn, the farm is transformed with pumpkins, harvest displays and Halloween activities, making it a fantastic destination for families looking to enjoy the magic of the season. 24th - 31st October 10:00am - 4:00pm Indoor Soft Play Area Outdoor Play Areas (jumping pillows, go karts, crazy golf, musical maze, assault course, football shoot out and sand play zones) Animal Barn Barrel Ride Pumpkin Village
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🎃 Statfold’s Spellbound Adventure and Scream Parks Looking for a Halloween day out that's full of fun rather than frights? Spellbound at Statfold is a brand-new family Halloween event at Statfold Country Park, designed especially for younger children. Families can enjoy spooky train rides, interactive trails, live entertainment, potion-making activities, a pumpkin patch, fairground rides, soft play and plenty of Halloween-themed fun in a friendly, low-scare environment. Fancy dress is encouraged, making it a great opportunity for children to get involved in the Halloween spirit.
📍 Venue: Statfold Country Park, Ashby Road, Tamworth, B79 0BU 📅 Dates: 24, 25, 28, 29, 30 & 31 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm 💷 Price: Adults £10, Children (2-14) £15, Under 2s Free (early bird prices https://statfold.com/spellboundhalloween/ For you adults:
😱 Statfold Scream Park is an award-winning Halloween scare attraction for older teens and adults, featuring terrifying scare mazes, live entertainment, roaming scare actors and immersive horror experiences designed for thrillseekers aged 16+
🎃Wildlife Watch Autumn Lights - Rosliston Forestry Centre Join the Environmental Education Project (EEP) team for a creative autumn afternoon making lanterns from natural materials before setting off on a guided woodland walk at dusk. Children can explore the sights and sounds of the forest as daylight fades, using their handmade lanterns to light the way. Suitable for families with children aged 12 and under. A lovely mix of crafts, nature and outdoor adventure, perfect for young wildlife enthusiasts.
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📍 Venue: Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX 📅 Date: Tuesday 27 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm 💷 Price: £5 per child 🎟️ Booking: Essential http://www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk
🎃 Garden King Pumpkin Woods
🎃 Explore a magical woodland trail filled with pumpkins, autumn colours and spooky surprises around every corner. With photo opportunities, Halloween displays and plenty of pumpkins to choose from, it's a perfect seasonal family adventure.
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🌳🎃 Woodland Pumpkin Trail with Photo Opportunities 🎭🕸️ Spooky Scenes 📝🧙 Children's Activity Sheet 🎃✨ Pick Your Own Pumpkin (£3.50 each) Dogs are welcome too, so even your four-legged friends can enjoy the autumn adventure! 🐕🍂🎃 Extras include: Bear making - £22 per bear maker Pebble painting - £3.75 per crafter Marshmallow toasting £1.50 - 1 or 4 -£4. Fresh candy floss - £3 Booking advised: www.gardenking.co.uk
Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail at Swarkestone Nursery
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Get ready for a frightfully fun family day out at Swarkestone Nursery's Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail! Wander through the pumpkin patch to pick your perfect pumpkin, then set off on a spooky adventure packed with seasonal surprises along the trail.
📅 10th-30th October 2026 (selected dates) 🕙 Various session times available
With plenty of autumn atmosphere, photo opportunities, family-friendly Halloween fun and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, it's the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season with little monsters, witches and ghosts alike. A pumpkin-perfect Halloween adventure for the whole family!
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Tickets from just £5.50 per person, with family tickets available. Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail admission includes access to the spooky trail and photo points. Pumpkins and carving kits are available to purchase separately.
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🎃👻 Edmund’s Bone-Chilling Birthday Bash Trail at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum! 👻🎃 Something spooky is happening at Sharpe's Pottery Museum this October! Their resident spirits are secretly planning a surprise birthday party for Edmund Sharpe, who was born on 31st October, and they need your help to make sure everything is ready in time. Explore the museum, solve the clues, uncover the answers and complete the trail to win a prize. It's a fantastic family-friendly activity, packed with Halloween fun and a chance to discover more about the fascinating history of one of Swadlincote’s most influential figures. 1st - 31st October 10am - 4pm Sharpe's Pottery Museum, Swadlincote Just £1 per trail, including a prize! No booking required - simply drop in and pick up a trail sheet
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🎃 Family Fun: Halloween Crafts at Sharpe's Pottery Museum
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled day of spooky crafts and scary stories at Sharpe's Pottery Museum. Families can enjoy hands-on Halloween-themed paper crafts, listen to spooky tales, and get creative together in a relaxed and welcoming setting. The event is suitable for all ages and is perfect for a family Halloween outing.
📅 31 October 2026 🕚 11:00am - 3:00pm 📍 Sharpe's Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9DG
✅ Free event ✅ Drop-in session ✅ No booking required ✅ Suitable for the whole family ☎️ 01283 222600 www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk
🎃👻 Dare You Enter the Spooky Tunnels at Calke Abbey? 👻🎃 Step into the darkness this autumn and explore the famous Spooky Tunnels at Calke Abbey. Filled with twists, turns, mysterious potions, eerie creatures and the occasional ghostly surprise, this Halloween adventure is perfect for families looking for some seasonal fun.
📅 17 October - 1 November 2026 🕚 11:00am - 4:30pm 📍 Cal Included with normal admission.nationaltrust 🎟️ No booking required.
Suitable for all ages, with a quieter first hour each day for those who prefer a less spooky experience. Just remember... keep an eye out for what's lurking around the next corner!
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🌾🎃 Vote for Your Favourite Scarecrow at Calke Abbey! 🎃🌾 Get into the autumn spirit at Calke Abbey with the Scarecrow Competition Trail! Wander through the grounds, discover a fantastic collection of creative scarecrows and help choose the winning entry by casting your vote. It's a fun-filled family activity that combines fresh air, seasonal sights and plenty of imaginative characters along the way.nationaltrust
📅 17 - 31 October 2026 🕘 9:00am - 5:00pm 📍 Calke Abbey, Ticknall 🎟️ Included with normal admission.nationaltrust Perfect for families, budding scarecrow enthusiasts and anyone looking to enjoy the beautiful autumn colours at Calke Abbey. Who will earn your vote?
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🎃📚 October Half Term Storytelling Sessions at Calke Abbey 👻✨ ✨ Join Fiona the Calke Witch for a spellbinding storytelling session this October half term, followed by spooky Halloween crafts that children can create and take home! 🎨🕸️🎃 [ 🗓️ 24 & 25 October 2026 ⏰ Timed sessions available from 10am to 3pm (advance booking required)
📖 Enjoy around 45 minutes of magical storytelling before getting creative with up to 90 minutes of Halloween-themed crafts. All materials are provided! ✂️🦇🎃 👧🧒 Recommended for children aged 4-8 years 👨👩👧 Parents/carers must stay with their children 🎟️ Tickets are £5 per child (includes up to 2 accompanying adults). Standard admission applies for non-members. 📍 Calke Abbey, Ticknall, Derbyshire. https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk
🎃📖 Relaxed Halloween Storytelling & Crafts (SEND-Friendly)
🎃 Join Fiona the Calke Witch for a relaxed, spooky storytelling session
followed by Halloween-themed crafts. The session is designed specifically for children with SEND, neurodivergent children, or those who would benefit from a quieter, less structured environment. Stories are supported with Makaton signing, and children can create their own wooden Halloween wreath to take home.
📅 Date: 22 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm 📍 Location: Calke Abbey, Ticknall 👧 Recommended age: 4-8 years 🎟️ Cost: £5 per child (includes up to two accompanying adults). Normal
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🎃🌲 CONKERS October Half Term Fun! 🌲🎃 Looking for family fun this half term? Head to CONKERS and enjoy a fantastic programme of autumn-themed activities as the National Forest showcases its beautiful seasonal colours.
📅 Monday 19 October – Sunday 1 November Your admission includes plenty of spooky seasonal fun: 🎨 Halloween Crafts – Get creative with simple seasonal makes. 🧙 Witches' Potion Scavenger Hunt – Take on the ranger's challenge and hunt for potion ingredients. 🚂 Conkachoo Train Ride – Enjoy a spooky journey through the forest. 🎬 Cinema Screenings – Half-term movie fun for the whole family. 🎭 Amphitheatre Shows – Live entertainment with a seasonal twist. 🍂 With woodland walks, indoor and outdoor play areas, and lots of family-friendly activities, CONKERS is the perfect place to make the most of the autumn holidays. All activities are included with admission.
🎟️ ⚠️ Half term is a popular time to visit, so advance booking is recommended. 📍 CONKERS, Rawdon Road, Moira, DE12 6GA
https://www.visitconkers.com/october-school-holiday-activities/
🎃👻 Halloween Forest Light Walk at Conkers 🌲✨ Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween adventure at Conkers! Ride the Ghost Train, explore the magical Forest Light Walk, and discover spooky surprises along the way. Back at the Discovery Centre, enjoy a 4D cinema experience, spooky crafts, indoor play and a monster-themed disco. Fancy dress is encouraged, with prizes for the best costumes! Food, drinks and Halloween treats will be available throughout the evening. Dates: 28-31 October Venue: Conkers Discovery Centre, Moira Doors Open: 5:00pm Free Parking Booking: Advance booking recommended Prices: Members: Adults £9.90 | Children (2-15) £8.10 | Under 2s £3.60 | Carers £4.50. Non-members: Adults £11.00 | Children £9.00 | Under 2s £4.00 | Carers £5.00. www.visitconkers.com
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🎃 Halloween Trail and Craft Event Newhall Park
Join the team for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun! Practice your map-reading skills as you follow the Halloween trail around the park, then finish off with some spooky Halloween crafts.
📅 29 October 2026 🕐 1:00pm – 3:00pm 📍 Newhall Park Scout Centre, Higgins Road, Newhall, Derbyshire, DE11 0JY
About the event crafts. Free event No booking required Just turn up and join in! Contact: 01283 228766
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🎃 Halloween Spooktacular at Mercia Marina Get into the Halloween spirit at Mercia Marina's annual Halloween Spooktacular! Enjoy a spook-tacular day of family fun featuring a frighteningly good Halloween display, the return of the popular Pumpkin Trail, spooky characters, face painting and plenty of Halloween photo opportunities. 31 October 2026 Event highlights include: A spooky Halloween display The popular Pumpkin Trail Meet 5 Halloween characters and grab a scary selfie Halloween face painting Prize for the best Halloween costume
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📍 Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, Derby, DE65 6DW 💷 Free Entry & Free Parking ☎️ 01283 703332 https://www.merciamarina.co.uk/post/halloween-spooktacular-31stoctober-2026
🎃 Family Halloween Party
at Swadlincote Snowsports Centre Put on your scariest costume and head to Swadlincote Snowsports Centre for a frightfully fun Family Halloween Party! Enjoy a spooktacular evening of games, entertainment and dancing at the family disco, with plenty of Halloween fun for all ages. Don't forget to dress to impress for the Best Dressed Competition and see if you've got what it takes to be crowned Halloween champion! Spooky games, Family disco, Halloween entertainment Best dressed competition, Fun for the whole family £3.50 per person 01283 890089 31 October 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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https://www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk/whats-on-events-in-swadlincote/
🎃 Tots Play Halloween Spooktacular at Rickmans Corner! 👻🎃 Get ready for a spook-tacular morning of Halloween fun with Tots Play Swadlincote at Rickmans Corner Community Centre! Little ones can enjoy a themed Halloween session packed with sensory play, music, movement, activities and plenty of festive fun in a friendly, welcoming environment.
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Perfect for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, it's a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Halloween with age-appropriate activities, make new friends and create some magical memories.
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🎟️ Check with Tots Play Swadlincote for booking details and availability.
https://rickmanscorner.co.uk/content/tots-play-swadlincote-halloweenspooktacular
🧙♂️ Harry Potter-Themed Family Breakfast at Compamigos ✨ Calling all young witches, wizards and magical folk! This October half term, Compamigos at Mercia Marina is hosting A Morning of Witchcraft & Wizardry, a magical family breakfast packed with fun, games and a very special guest from Hogwarts.
📅 Tuesday 27 October 2026 ⏰ 10am - 12pm 💷 Children: £15 each 💷 Adults: £20 each 📍 Compamigos, Mercia Marina, Wllington, DE65 6DW ✨ What's Included? 🪄 Fun, games and magical activities 🧙 A special guest from ogwarts 🍳 Choice of breakfast from the menu 🏰 Hogwarts-inspired decorations 📸 Magical photo opportunities https://www.merciamarina.co.uk/activities-and-events
🎃👻 Halloween Spooktacular at Hero Town Melbourne 👻🎃 Looking for some spooky family fun this Halloween? Head to Hero Town, an imaginative indoor role-play village in Melbourne where children can explore a miniature town, step into different real-world roles and let their imaginations run wild. This Halloween, the popular venue is hosting its fantastic Halloween Spooktacular, packed with seasonal fun and magical surprises. Dates: 27 October and 31 October Location: Hero Town, Castle Lane, Melbourne, DE73 8JB From: £13 per person Pre-booking essential Join the Hero Town Witches for a spooktacular 90-minute experience featuring: Interactive roleplay adventures, Children's refreshments, Spooky Halloween crafts, Treats to take home A monstrously fun Halloween disco! Bookings: 01332 479830 https://www.hero-town.co.uk/service-page/the-halloween-spooktacular
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🎃👻 Halloween Party (Relaxed and Low Sensory)👻🎃 Hilton
Looking for a calmer Halloween experience? The Halloween Party (Relaxed and Low Sensory) at Hilton Village Hall has been specially designed for children who prefer a quieter, more relaxed environment, without loud music or overwhelming special effects.
📅 Friday 30 October 2026 🕧 12:30pm – 2:30pm 📍 Hilton Village Hall, Derby, DE65 5GH Children can enjoy: 🎃 Halloween-themed craft activities 🏰 A bouncy castle in a relaxed, low-stimulus environment
This welcoming event is perfect for families looking for a gentle Halloween celebration that focuses on fun, creativity and inclusion. Tickets available online Prices from approximately £5.39 including booking fee https://www.ticketsource.com/hilton-village-hall/halloween-party-relaxedand-low-sensory/e-zporoo
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🎃👻 Halloween Fun - Toddler Session 👻🎃 Hilton Get ready for a spook-tacular evening of music, dancing and family fun at Halloween Disco Party! Join us on
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Friday 30th October 2026 from 6pm – 9pm at Hilton Village Hall, Derby. Special Guest Appearance Disco packed with your favourite tunes Disco-themed bouncy castle Crafting stations A warm, friendly community atmosphere Food available to pre-order Ticket Prices £10 per child (includes a pizza slice) £2 per adult (includes a free hot or cold drink) Friday 30th October 2026 6pm – 9pm Hilton Village Hall, Derby, DE65 5GH Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and enjoy a fantastic evening of festive fun with family and friends!
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🎃🕺 Halloween Disco Party at Hilton Village Hall 👻🎶 Get ready for a spook-tacular evening of music, dancing and family fun at Halloween Disco Party!
⭐ Special Guest Appearance 🎶 Disco packed with your favourite tunes 🏰 Disco-themed bouncy castle 🎨 Crafting stations 👨👩👧👦 A warm, friendly community atmosphere 🍕 Food available to pre-order 💷 Ticket Prices
£10 per child (includes a pizza slice) £2 per adult (includes a free hot or cold drink) Friday 30th October 2026 6pm – 9pm Hilton Village Hall, Derby, DE65 5GH Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and enjoy a fantastic evening of festive fun with family and friends!
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🌳 Cadley Park, Swadlincote One of South Derbyshire's newest green spaces, Cadley Park has transformed former colliery land into an attractive country park with walking and cycling routes, ponds, wildlife habitats and open spaces to explore. It's also home to a popular BMX pump track and offers fantastic views across the surrounding area.
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🌳 Coronation Park, Swadlincote Located between Church Gresley and Newhall, Coronation Park is a large open green space popular with walkers, runners and dog walkers. The park offers wide paths, open grassland, attractive views across the surrounding countryside and links to the nearby Cadley Park area. A historic winding wheel monument commemorates the area's mining heritage.
📍 Location: Off William Nadin Way, Swadlincote, DE11 0BB
🌳 Eureka Park, Swadlincote A popular town-centre park with plenty to keep children entertained, including: Adventure play area Crazy golf Tennis courts Outdoor gym Bowling green Water play area Picnic areas Location: Midland Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BA
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🌲 Rosliston Forestry Centre A fantastic family day out in the heart of The National Forest with: Woodland walks Play areas Cycle routes Sensory garden Wildlife watching Café and visitor centre Pottery Painting - Check opening times before travelling Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX
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🏰 Elvaston Castle Country Park One of Derbyshire's most impressive parks featuring: 321 acres of parkland and woodland Historic gardens Children's play area Nature trails Picnic spots Cycling and walking routes Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EP
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🌳✨ Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Church Gresley ✨🌳
Located on Common Road, Church Gresley, Maurice Lea Memorial Park combines historic charm with modern facilities and proudly holds Green Flag status. Recent improvements include new spaces for families to relax, read and enjoy quieter moments, alongside the park's beautiful pond, bandstand and landscaped surroundings, making it a fantastic destination for visitors of all ages. Recent Improvements Brand new pirate-themed children's play area installed in 2025. New and improved outdoor gym equipment. Wider park improvements following around £250,000 of investment. Facilities Pirate ship adventure playground Outdoor gym Tennis courts Bowling green Football pitch Multi-use games area Table tennis Historic bandstand
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🌲 Swadlincote Woodlands Discover one of South Derbyshire's hidden gems at Swadlincote Woodlands. With over 40,000 trees, waymarked walking routes, picnic areas, an orienteering course and plenty of wildlife to spot, it's the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll, family adventure or somewhere to connect with nature, there's plenty to explore throughout the year.
📍 Swadlincote, South Derbyshire 🌳 Woodland trails 🦋 Wildlife spotting 🧺 Picnic areas 🚶 Walking routes for all ages
🚶 Swadlincote Heritage Trails Step back in time and discover the stories behind South Derbyshire's towns and villages with a series of self-guided heritage walks. From mining and pottery to local landmarks and community history, the trails offer a fascinating way to explore the area at your own pace. Self-guided walking routes Discover local history and heritage Explore at your own pace Trail leaflets are available from the Visit South Derbyshire Visitor Centre, where you can pick up a walk and start exploring. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, these trails are a great way to uncover the rich heritage of South Derbyshire while enjoying a walk in the fresh air.
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Looking for something fun to do with the whole family? Look no further than the Family Fireworks event in the Forest! Back by popular demand Overseal Pyrotechnics will be lighting up the sky with two nights of dazzling fireworks displays, along with walkabout entertainers, this is an event you won’t want to miss. And if you’re worried about dinner, don’t be – the varied Food Market Menu has got you covered at multiple locations throughout the site. So gather your loved ones and head on over to the best Fireworks Display with Walkabout Entertainers and Laser Show in The National Forest! In addition to the spectacular fireworks show, there will be: Fairground Amusements and Games Glow Stand Family Sparkler Station & Safety Sparkler Zone Conkachoo Train Rides Book tickets: www.visitconkers.com
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✨ 📅 7th & 8th November 🕑 2pm - 8pm 💷 Ticket Prices 🎟️ General Admission: £13.99 🎠 General + Soft Play: £18.99 🏕️ VIP Gazebo (up to 8 guests): £295.00 👶 Under 2s: FREE ✨ Your Ticket Includes 🐐 Access to the fun field and animal barn (2pm-6pm) 🎡 Fairground rides*, 🎵 Live music, 🍔 Food and drink stalls* 🤹 Walkabout entertainment, 🔥 Bonfire (from approximately 6pm) 🎆 A spectacular 15-minute musical fireworks display Booking essential: www.adventurefarm.co.uk
STAY CATION - LOCAL
🏡✨ The Benefits of a South Derbyshire Staycation ✨🏡
Why travel for hours when you can enjoy a fantastic break right on your doorstep? Spend less on fuel and travel costs No long journeys or airport queues More time relaxing and exploring Support local businesses and attractions Discover hidden gems in South Derbyshire Enjoy quality time with family and friends close to home From luxury lodges and cosy inns to beautiful countryside walks, heritage attractions and family-friendly days out, South Derbyshire has everything you need for the perfect staycation. Whether you're looking for relaxation, adventure or great food, there's plenty to discover without travelling far from home. Explore The National Forest Discover local heritage trails Visit historic attractions and picturesque villages Enjoy fantastic local food and drink Stay in unique accommodation across the district A South Derbyshire staycation means less time travelling and more time making memories!
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🏡 Some Of The Places Available to Stay in South Derbyshire
Whether you're looking for a luxury lodge with a hot tub, a cosy village inn, a canalside hotel or a countryside escape, South Derbyshire has plenty of accommodation options to choose from. Featured Stays Knights Lodges of Bretby, Bretby - luxury timber lodges with hot tubs, countryside views, spa facilities and pet-friendly options. Oaklands Country Lodges, Church Broughton - stylish countryside lodges, many with hot tubs and accessible accommodation. Weston Wood Lodges, Weston-on-Trent - secluded woodland lodges in a peaceful rural setting. Mercia Marina, Willington - unique lakeside accommodation with shopping, dining and waterside walks nearby. Hotels Melbourne View Hotel, Melbourne Hourglass Hotel, Hilton The Bubble Inn Hotel, Stenson Newton Park Country House Hotel, Newton Solney Inns, Guest Accommodation & Boutique Stays The Robin Hood, Overseal - historic coaching inn with ensuite accommodation. The Cow, Dalbury Lees - boutique countryside inn. The Green Room, Weston-on-Trent - boutique guest accommodation in a picturesque village. The John Thompson Inn, Ingleby - traditional pub with self-catering lodges. Self-Catering & Unique Stays Stenson Hill Farm, Barrow upon Trent Brookfields Holiday Farm – The Stable, Church Broughton Brookfields Holiday Farm – The Warren, Church Broughton The Purple Boat, Shardlow - a unique narrowboat holiday experience.
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YOUR HALLOWEEN AND BONFIRE NIGHT GUIDE IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE TH
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