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Stranger Folk

Forget pumpkins and plastic fangs—this Halloween adventure crackles with old magic. Stranger Folk is an adventure game where British folklore sneaks into the real world, set against the backdrop of beautiful Melford Hall.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Families work together using only one mobile phone to immerse themselves in a rich story of physical play and strange goings-on. Play for a fast-paced 20 minutes or make it a day-long adventure to pause for scones and pick up where you left off.  More information on how you can download the app can be found here. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/go-on-a-quest-with-the-stranger-folk-app-this-halloween

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Visitor welcome.

Suitability for children

Children must be accompanied by an adult

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at 11:00 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times

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on
19 Sep to 17 Oct 2026
at 14:30 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times