Stranger Folk
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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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe 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
Heritage Open Days 2026
Join us for Heritage Open Days, 11th - 14th September, and uncover Ickworth's hidden histories.
Suffolk Craft Society Summer Exhibition
Join us as we open up our West Wing Gallery to an new exhibition in partnership with the Suffolk Craft Society.
An Introduction to Ickworth Tour
Join the team caring for Ickworth's treasures to discover more about the Hervey family and their collection.
The Collectors of Ickworth Exhibition
The desire to collect beautiful and fascinating things runs deep through the Hervey family's history. In this new exhibition, you can explore Ickworth’s treasures and the people who collected them.