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Spooky Tunnels at Calke Abbey

Step into the tunnels this autumn if you dare! With twists and turns full of spooky surprises, discover magical mysteries and ghoulish creatures.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enter a world of witchcraft and sorcery, where mysterious potions are brewing and unknown creatures lurk in every corner. Keep an eye out for friendly (or not so friendly) ghosts, and don’t look too closely at what’s in the jars. Try your best not to scream…

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Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking number

Call 01332863822

Accessibility

The tunnels are not suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters or buggies. The floor surface throughout the tunnel is uneven and there are singular steps throughout and 14 worn stairs up to the brewhouse at the end which has a handrail. Some may find scary, especially enhanced by the darkness, sounds and lighting.

Meeting point

Enter via the west door of the house.

Suitability for children

Suitable for all ages but particularly ages 4-7.

Other

The first hour of each day will be a quiet hour, where the sounds will be off or much quieter and the lighting will be static. This may be more suitable for younger children, those who scare easily or people who may find moving lights and sounds overwhelming.

Upcoming events

Pokémon joins Calke Abbey's Summer of Play 

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at 09:00 to 17:00+ 13 other dates or times

On Screen at Calke Abbey 

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on
24 Aug to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 16:00+ 69 other dates or times

Capturing Childhood in the Nurseries at Calke 

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on
24 Aug to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 59 other dates or times

Local Treasure, Global Connections: Museum Room Display 

Discover this year's Museum Room display and take a closer look at Calke’s State Bed hangings. Still in near- perfect condition, these Chinese silk hangings are a treasure of the National Trust.

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on
24 Aug to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 69 other dates or times