Halloween Half Term in Kent at Hever Castle

Hever Castle's Halloween half term offers a mad scientist trail, goggle crafts, a Dr Frankenstein science show and face painting for families.

Spooktacular Science takes over Hever Castle & Gardens daily from 17 October to 1 November 2026. Families can follow the Mad Scientist's Trail through the grounds (10:30am–5:30pm, trail closes 4pm), make wearable cardboard mad scientist goggles in the Garden Exhibition, and watch an interactive Dr Frankenstein show in the Think Tank at 11:30, 12:30, 14:00 and 15:00. Face painting by Sparkles Face Painting (£6 per child) runs 12pm–4pm on 17–18, 22–25 and 29–31 October. Most activities are included with admission.