Spell Quest Halloween trail at Bodiam Castle
Bodiam Castle (National Trust), Bodiam · 10 October to 1 November 2026
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.
Highlights
- Choose your powers, make potions and cast spells
- Free best dressed competition at 1pm on 17, 18, 24, 25 and 31 October and 1 November
- Small prize for every trail
Good to know
- Buy the trail at Visitor Reception
- Gravel paths to the castle; one tower room is reached only by stairs
Getting there
Bodiam Castle (National Trust), Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA
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