Oli's Potion Path
A magical Halloween adventure across Sandilands, Gunby Estate and Tattershall Castle.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
This October half term, join Oli the Owl on a spellbinding journey through Sandilands Nature Reserve, Gunby Estate, and Tattershall Castle. Each site holds magical secrets, plants steeped in folklore, healing, and ancient potion-making.
Your challenge? To gather the ingredients (or the knowledge!) needed to create the most powerful potion imaginable!
At each location, you’ll discover different plants traditionally linked to magic and myth. From wild herbs to curious blooms, each one adds a unique touch to your potion recipe.
Pick up a trail sheet at Gunby Estate or Tattershall Castle, and snap a photo of the trail points at Sandilands to collect your ingredients. Complete all three trails to unlock the full magic of the experience.
Keep little (and big!) explorers engaged this half term. Whether you’re a budding witch, wizard, or simply up for some autumnal fun, this is a brilliant way to enjoy the outdoors and discover the magic of the natural world. Let the potion making begin.
Pick up a £2 trail sheet at Tattershall Castle and Gunby Estate, or snap a photo of the trail points at Sandilands Nature Reserve to collect your ingredients. Complete all three trails to unlock the full magic of the experience.
This is a fund-raising trail, therefore there are no prizes.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children welcome but must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Meeting point
Please go to our visitor reception to purchase your trail sheet.
- What to bring and wear
practical and weather appropriate clothing
- Accessibility
most of the trail will be on our grounds. There is uneven terrain and gravel paths which can be a barrier to those with mobility issues. Please check the accessibility information on our website.
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