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Spooky Things to Do in the Cotswolds This Halloween 🎃

  • Writer: Shire Marketing
    Shire Marketing
  • Sep 17
  • 3 min read

Autumn evenings are drawing in, leaves are turning golden, and there’s a delicious chill in the air — which can only mean one thing: Halloween is coming to the Cotswolds! If you’re staying with us at Hidden Gems Holiday Lets, you’re already in the perfect location to enjoy one of the most atmospheric seasons in this part of England. Whether you like your thrills mild or spine-tingling, here are some of the best spooky and seasonal things to do nearby.

Halloween in The Cotswolds
Halloween in The Cotswolds


👻 Spooky Attractions & Haunted Walks

  1. Woodchester MansionThis unfinished Gothic mansion, tucked away in Gloucestershire, is the picture of eerie beauty. With its partly completed architecture, dim corridors, and tales of strange sightings, it makes an excellent setting for a ghostly evening.

  2. Sudeley CastleRich with history, legends, and old stone walls, Sudeley is one of those castles that feels like it holds secret stories around every corner. Around Halloween, they often run ghost tours, storytelling events, or immersive experiences.

  3. Haunted Pubs & VillagesTake a twilight stroll through one of the many charming Cotswold villages. Many have old inns and pubs with legends or reported hauntings. Stop in for a drink, soak up the atmosphere, and maybe hear a local ghost story or two.


🎃 Family-Friendly Fun

  1. Pumpkin Patches & TrailsFarms across the region open their gates in October for pumpkin picking, carving sessions, and autumn trails. Cotswold Farm Park is especially well known for its pumpkin patch, face-painting, and spooky trails for children.

  2. Spooky Trails & Halloween EventsExpect themed scavenger hunts, lashings of autumn décor, seasonal food stalls, and sometimes even evening events designed to give you goosebumps. Perfect for families who want a bit of excitement without too much fright.


🌒 Folklore & Ghost Stories

  1. Ghost Walks & Local LegendsThe Cotswolds has no shortage of old churches, manor houses, and hidden lanes whose histories are steeped in folklore. Guided ghost walks are a lovely way to combine local history with tales of the otherworldly.

  2. Historic Houses with Haunting PastPlaces like Chavenage House are often on the list. Legend has it a ghostly coachman can be seen leaving the house in a spectral carriage — just the kind of twisted tale that makes Halloween unforgettable.


🍂 Cozy Autumn Evenings

  1. Lanterns, Bonfires & StorytellingAs the nights draw in, many villages host simple but charming events: bonfires, lantern walks, and storytelling in village halls. Wrap up warm, bring a mug of something hot, and enjoy the quieter side of spooky.

  2. Seasonal Food & DrinksCafés, pubs, and local markets get festive in October: pumpkin-spiced menus, hearty soups, autumn pies, and warm cider. After a day exploring, there’s nothing better than a cozy meal by the fire.


🔍 Hidden Gems Suggestion: Make Your Stay Extra Spooky

Why not base your Halloween getaway at Chaxhill Holly Barn? With its warm, inviting interiors and countryside setting, it’s the perfect retreat after a day of spooky adventures. Decorate with a few carved pumpkins, light some lanterns, and enjoy the eerie stillness of the countryside at night — if you’re brave enough to listen to the sounds of the season.

Wherever your spooky adventures take you, we hope your stay with Hidden Gems Holiday Lets is full of chills, thrills, and cozy moments this Halloween.

 
 
 

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