Tavistock and Dartmoor provide a pretty spooky backdrop to all things Halloween and there is plenty going on to keep the brood entertained this October half term. Whether you all enjoy the thrill of being frightened or are looking for something a little more easy going, here are our top picks…
TAVISTOCK HALLOWEEN TRAIL .
Our annual spooktacular adventure is back.
The ghost of Lady Mary Howard rides a gruesome carriage of bones from Tavistock to Okehampton Castle and back every night in search of a blade of grass. This Halloween, we need to help her find the bones for her carriage so she can make her journey and then locate the blade of grass. Can you help to earn your ghastly reward? It’s free to take part so why the devil not?
Dates: 26th October to 2nd November (not Sunday 27th).
Location: Tavistock Town Centre – collect trail sheets from Guildhall Visitor Information Centre; Tavistock Library or Roots & Vines on West Street. You can also download it from the website. Estimated duration is 2 hours.
Times: Shop Opening Hours.
Cost: It’s FREE!
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TAVISTOCK ZOMBIE CRAWL
Join us for the town’s very first Zombie Crawl.
Come dressed in anything spooktastic and take part in this playful parade with fellow zombies through the centre of town. Or simply come and watch!
Pop into town between 12 & 2pm for a series of circus workshops, gruesome facepainting and the essential lesson in how to walk like a zombie! Our experts will guide you in your transformation to the most convincing walking dead in town.
Remember, this is a family-friendly event, so keep the scares light and fun!
Date: 30th October.
Location: Bedford Square, Tavistock PL19 0AE (if wet, activities will be moved to Butchers’ Hall).
Times: 12pm-5pm
Cost: It’s FREE!
