National Trust announces a series of events for Halloween: where to go with children.

According to The Sun: We’re taking the children off screens this autumn break! The National Trust offers free and accessible events, including Halloween celebrations.

From roasting marshmallows to pumpkin trails — Sophie Sviatovich talks about the best activities for kids.

Quarry Bank, Cheshire

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Children will have a blast with the spooky experiences awaiting at Quarry Bank. The garden trails will soon be shrouded in mist, hiding terrifying creatures.

This location in Cheshire creates a horror ambiance for Halloween, offering seasonal treats like roasting marshmallows over an open fire.

Families visiting in a few weeks will enjoy fire spheres, a thrilling laser show, and an impressive fire spectacle.

Visit for nerve-soothing themed burgers and 'spooky' chips.

DATES: The Halloween event will take place from October 23rd to November 1st. Tickets: £18 for adults, £14 for children aged three to 16.

Shugborough, Staffordshire

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This historic estate, located about 40 minutes south of Alton Towers, offers a range of family holiday options at a much lower cost than a theme park.

It’s particularly enchanting at the moment, as the leaves take on fiery shades of red and orange.

Keep an eye out for hidden clues during the Halloween trail, which runs until November 2nd. Kids can feel like detectives as they explore the grounds.

DATES: The Halloween trail runs until November 2nd. Free event, normal entrance fees apply.

Calke Abbey, Derby

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If your little ones love wildlife, visiting Calke Abbey in Derby is a must. This Halloween, they can learn about bats — there will be ten different species to discover in the Stable Yard and Walled Garden.

Special hide and seek games in bat style, along with quizzes that will test the children’s knowledge of what they've learned.

DATES: The Bat Experience event runs from October 18th to November 2nd. Free event, normal entrance fees apply.

Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire

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At Baddesley Clinton, fluffy cats will be seeking shelter, creating the perfect getaway for families. A new cat trail runs through the gardens, where little ones can hunt for playful kittens in the bushes and autumn leaves.

After collecting treats for observing them, this moated manor in the Arden will be a lovely place for an autumn walk.

DATES: The Cat Trail runs from October 25th to November 2nd. Cost of the trail is £3.50 per person, normal entrance fees apply.

Castle Scowtney, Kent

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This 780-acre estate dates back to the 12th century, and if the walls could talk, they would tell fascinating stories.

But now the Goblin King needs help to retrieve his lost minions from the grounds. There are two trails — one for little ones and one for older kids to find the goblins and complete interactive challenges.

Children will receive gifts and sweets at the end.

DATES: The Lost Path of the Goblin King runs from October 18th to November 2nd. The cost of the trail packages is £3, normal entrance fees apply. Booking a parking space is recommended.

Peveril Castle, Wales

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The terraces of this 17th-century castle look as if they belong in the Italian Riviera rather than the Severn Valley in Wales — but that’s a big part of Peveril Castle's charm.

This autumn season, children have a task — to count every one of the pumpkins scattered across the grounds, from the greenery to the castle itself, before taking a selfie under the archway in the Official Garden.

On October 31st, new light illuminations promise to light up the castle in various colors.

DATES: The Pumpkin Trail runs from October 25th to November 2nd. Free event, however regular entrance fees apply.

Barrington Court, Somerset

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The cozy season has already started at Barrington Court.

On October 28th, for one day only, children can hone their woodworking and survival skills under the guidance of a ranger, who will teach them how to start a fire without matches. And their reward? Marshmallows for roasting.

Throughout the holidays among the leaves, there will be many pumpkins, and visitors should try to find as many of them as possible.

So don’t forget to look carefully.

DATES: The Pumpkin Trail runs from October 25th to November 2nd. The event is free, but normal entrance fees apply.

Highlighted Halloween events offer a fantastic opportunity for children to enjoy autumn activities outdoors, connect with nature, and have fun with family. It's the perfect way to unplug from screens and enjoy the vibrant experiences this season.