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Frightful Fernery - Halloween Trail

Strange creatures have taken over Mount Stewart, dare you walk the haunted trails this Halloween and face what awaits you?

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Do you dare enter the Frightful Fernery this Halloween? Strange sightings in the fernery at Mount Stewart have been becoming more frequent as we approach Halloween. Are you ready for a fright? A host of ghouls, creeps and frightful faces straight out of folklore and literature have popped up.

DISCLAIMER - This area offers more frights than the Mansion House and Lake Walk, so parents and carers are advised to exercise caution when visiting with children.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking number

Call 02842788387

Accessibility

the trail is fully accessible

Suitability for children

All ages

What to bring and wear

suitable walking shoes

Upcoming events

Animals in Mairi’s Garden tour with artist Eleanor Wheeler 

Join ceramic artist Eleanor Wheeler who will conclude her residency at Mount Stewart by displaying a series of her ceramic sculptures in the Mairi Garden.

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on
28 Sep to 30 Sep 2026
at 14:00 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times

Autumn Botanical Art Workshop with Ali Walker - Full Day 

Join Botanical Artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of drawing a range of Autumnal subjects from Mount Stewart’s beautiful gardens.

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on
3 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 15:30

Autumn Botanical Art Workshop with Ali Walker - Full Day 

Join Botanical Artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of drawing a range of Autumnal subjects from Mount Stewart’s beautiful gardens.

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on
3 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 15:30

Shorelife Celebration 2026 

Join us for the Shorelife Celebration event in Mount Stewart on Saturday 10 October 10 - 5pm. Enjoy free entry at this exciting event, brought to you by Ards and North Down Borough Council in partnership with Mount Stewart & WWT Castle Espie.

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on
10 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00