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Play is back at Hardwick with the Elizabethan themes of Hallowtide weaved through the half term activities along with some spooky editions such as witches hat hoopla, broomstick barefoot walk, traditional apple games, and so much more!
There’s plenty of fun to be had in the Stableyard and a cosy hot chocolate and refreshments are just a stone’s throw away.
If you choose to purchase a House and Gardens ticket, enjoy a quieter family adventure in the Fruiting Orchard and follow Old Mal's tale of Apple Jack.
| Hallowtide Half Term Activities at Hardwick Hall (17 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 09:00 | - 17:00 |
Hardwick HallWelcome to Hardwick Hall, more glass than wall, a spectacular Elizabethan prodigy house filled to the brim with an exquisite 16th century textile collection and rich furnishings.
Stranger Folk at HardwickDownload the free Stranger Folk app, available on The App Store and Google Play, to communicate with Old Mal, the crone who will lead you on your journey at Hardwick. Old Mal, has been around for 130 years and knows a thing or two about the best ways to banish the ‘Stranger Folk’. Follow her…
The Pikachu Art AdventureCalling all Pokémon fans - old and young! Join us to celebrate the Pokémon Trading Card Game: 30th Celebration with The Pikachu Art Adventure. Discover 30 Pikachu cards, each brought to life by a different illustrator, find out fun facts about the iconic character, and design your own Pikachu…
Apple Jack Story TrailVisitors to Hardwick Hall are invited to enjoy a family adventure in Hardwick’s Fruiting Orchard as they follow Old Mal's enchanting tale of Apple Jack. 
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