Spooky Tunnel at Calke
Travel underground through the twists and turns of the Spooky Tunnel - this year, a hidden forest, home to lots of different creatures. How many can you see or hear? Can you make it through without jumping or screaming?
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Travel underground through the twists and turns of the Spooky Tunnel - this year, a hidden forest, home to lots of different creatures. How many can you see or hear? Can you make it through without jumping or screaming?
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
All children are welcome, but the Tunnel is recommended for 4-7 year olds
- Meeting point
Discover the Tunnel from the West Door of the House. You don't need a House ticket to explore the Spooky Tunnel, but Park & Garden admission applies (free for NT members).
- What to bring and wear
The tunnel will be cold and may be damp and slippery, so come in warm clothes and enclosed shoes.
- Accessibility
The floor surface is uneven and there are 19 steps through the Tunnel, including a steep flight of worn steps into the Brewhouse, with a handrail on the left. Please leave pushchairs outside and collect when you've finished exploring. The first hour of each day is a quieter hour - sound will be off or volume reduced, and the lighting will be static.
- Other
Assistance dogs only. You may wish to bring a torch with you.
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