Halloween face painting at Bodiam Castle
Bodiam Castle (National Trust), Bodiam · 31 October 2026
Image: National TrustSpooky face painting at Bodiam Castle on Halloween itself. Children pick a design to go with their costume before setting off on the Spell Quest trail. It is a drop-in, served in order of arrival.
Highlights
- Halloween face painting on 31 October
- Choose a half face, cheek or full face design
- Fits in with the Spell Quest trail and costume competition
Good to know
- No booking: just turn up, first come first served
- Meet outside the Museum Room
- Paths from reception are gravel and the grounds have steep grassy slopes
Getting there
Bodiam Castle (National Trust), Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA
Get directionsChecked on 16 October 2026 against nationaltrust.org.uk. Details change, so please confirm with the organiser before you travel. How we check
Nearby
Image: National TrustSpell Quest Halloween trail at Bodiam Castle
Young witches and wizards choose a magical path and work through games, potions and spells around Bodiam Castle. Children are encouraged to come in costume. On weekend afternoons there is a free best dressed competition in the castle courtyard.
Image: National TrustMoat tour with a costumed medieval character at Bodiam Castle
A guided walk around Bodiam's moat led by a guide dressed and speaking as a medieval character. They stop along the way to explain why and when the castle was built, how it sits in the landscape and who lived there. These are the last tours of the season.
Image: National TrustHalloween best dressed costume competition at Bodiam Castle
Children who come to Bodiam in Halloween costume can enter a best dressed competition in the castle courtyard, held at 1pm each weekend of the Spell Quest trail. There are spooky photo opportunities around the castle too. Entry is free.