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October half term at Quarry Bank

Have a full day of Halloween family fun this October half term

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us from Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November 2025 for a half term jam-packed with Halloween fun.

No matter what the weather may bring, there is something for little ones to enjoy.

>Spooky tours of the Apprentice House.

>Halloween trail around the Upper Garden.

>Spooky trail around the Mill.

>Enjoy Halloween themed crafts in the Learning Space. (Offered Monday to Friday only).

>Relax with a pumpkin spiced latte, whilst the children enjoy a sweet treat.

>Browse the autumn and Halloween themed range of gifts and homeware in the Mill Yard Shop.

Admission charges apply. Free entry for members.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 3+

Meeting point

Head to Visitor Reception to being your October half term visit.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather. Some activities are indoors and some are outdoors.

Accessibility

Please check the accessibilty guide on our website for details on access to each area

Upcoming events

Sir Monty Webber's Quest 

Step inside the Mill to join Sir Monty Webber the moth on his quest to find food and make friends!

Event summary

on
4 Sep to 31 Dec 2025
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 98 other dates or times

Free audio trail of Quarry Bank 

We are excited to be part of HistoryScapes, a new app that brings the history of Quarry Bank to life.

Event summary

on
4 Sep to 30 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 26 other dates or times

Apprentice House Tours 

Explore the home of the child workers of Quarry Bank on a unique tour

Event summary

on
4 Sep to 23 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 15:30
+ 49 other dates or times

Daily Hydro Tours 

Enjoy a behind the scenes look at how the hydro turns the power of the River Bollin into electricity

Event summary

on
4 Sep to 1 Nov 2025
at
11:30 to 12:15
+ 101 other dates or times