Ilam Park: Autumn: Stranger Folk Halloween Trail App
Join the Old Crone for a spooky exploration of Ilam Park, where strange folk have been causing mischief. Only your team can help put things right through magical activities.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Something strange is happening at Ilam Park… cows are walking backwards, cats are dancing the tango, and mysteriously, all the cakes have vanished! The wise Old Crone has arrived to investigate and she needs your help.
Join her on a digital, self-guided trail around Ilam Park, where you’ll listen to her voicenotes and uncover clues about the mischievous Stranger Folk who have slipped through a crack between our world and the spirit realm. Complete three magical activities to help close the crack and restore balance to the park.
This Halloween adventure is perfect for children aged 7+ and silly adults who love a bit of spooky fun and teamwork.
You can download the Stranger Folk App before your visit, or once you arrive at the Stable Yard.
No need to book - just turn up, open the app, grab your magic word, and let the spooky adventure begin!
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The basics
- Accessibility
While there are steps in some areas of Ilam Park, the Stranger Folk trail is self-guided, so you can choose your own route. The adventure can therefore be enjoyed along our accessible paths.
- Meeting point
Start your adventure at the Stable Yard, where you’ll receive the magic word to unlock the Crone’s spooky trail around Ilam Park.
- Suitability for children
For children aged 7+
- What to bring and wear
Wear sturdy footwear, walking boots or wellies and wrap up warm - the weather changes very quickly across the Peak District!
- Other
Park at Ilam Park car park, NT members park for free and for non-members it is £6 for 4 hours and £8 for all day.
Upcoming events
Ilam Park: October Half Term: Journey Through Time Trail
Step into the past this Halloween and embark on a spellbinding Journey Through Time Trail at Ilam Park.
Ilam Park: Autumn: Kids Broom Making Workshop
Calling all young witches and wizards! Join us for a magical Halloween workshop where you'll learn the secrets of broom making. Create your very own broomstick to fly through the night sky and cast spells.
Ilam Park: Family Guided Walk: Geology, Archaeology and Landscape
Ever wondered about how this magnificent landscape was created? want to learn more about the people who first called it home, and how you can spot their marks on the landscape? This is the walk for your family!
Ilam Park: Tales at Twilight Family Guided Walk
As the seasons change and the nights draw in, join us to walk the darkening paths of Ilam Park and hear our strange and mysterious tales.