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Stranger Folk at Ickworth Estate

Forget plastic fangs and horror films - this Halloween adventure crackles with old magic. British folklore sneaks into the real world, set against the backdrop of Ickworth Estate

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Download the Stranger Folk app to start your folklore magic adventure. The Crone will be your guide, directing you to the cracks where the stranger folk are sneaking in, so you can help close the gaps between their world and ours.

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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

Accessibility

See our website, or ask at visitor welcome for accessibility information.

Meeting point

Start your adventure at the Welcome Point

Suitability for children

Suitable for children 7+

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear.

Other

Signal is patchy at Ickworth Estate - to avoid disappointment download the app from the App Store or Google Play before your visit, or use the free National Trust wifi in our cafés

Upcoming events

The Pikachu Art Adventure at Ickworth Estate 

Think you know art at the National Trust? Think again. Discover a unique art adventure at Ickworth Estate this autumn - with Pikachu as the star.

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on
13 Nov to 15 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times

Behind the Shutters Tour 

Explore the secrets of Ickworth's history and collections through a guided tour that takes you behind the scenes as winter conservation work takes over the Rotunda.

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on
13 Nov 2026
at 11:15 to 12:00+ 3 other dates or times

Ickworth Stargazing Night 

Look up and be amazed. Spend an evening stargazing with the Norwich Astronomical Society as they guide you across the night sky, revealing planets, constellations and galaxies millions of light-years away.

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on
14 Nov 2026
at 19:30 to 22:00

Christmas at Ickworth Estate 

Celebrate the festive season with us at Ickworth Estate

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on
16 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 46 other dates or times