Halloween Half Term Fun at the Fort!
Newhaven Fort, Newhaven · 26 October to 31 October 2026
Image: Newhaven FortNewhaven Fort runs a week of Halloween activities over the October half term, from 26 to 31 October 2026. Families can enjoy witch storytelling and crafts, a reptile show with Reptylers, a wizard magic show and spooky tunnels to explore on several days. The event suits all ages, with the spooky tunnels recommended for children aged 8 and over.
Highlights
- Witch storytelling and crafts, plus a reptile show with Reptylers
- Wizard magic show and spooky tunnels to explore on several days
- Family ghost hunt on 29 October, prebooked through The Pigs
Getting there
Newhaven Fort, BN9 9DS
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Nearby
Image: Newhaven FortNewhaven Fort
Newhaven Fort is East Sussex's largest fort, on the coast between Brighton and Eastbourne. Exhibitions cover Sussex history and both world wars, there is an interactive timeline and an immersive escape room, and children can let off steam in the adventure playground. A café and gift shop round off the visit.
Image: Paradise Park and GardensHalloween Trail at Paradise Park
Paradise Park in Newhaven runs a Halloween trail through October and half term, alongside its gardens, Dinosaur Safari and Playzone. It is an easy add-on to a family visit.
Image: Paradise Park and GardensParadise Park and Gardens
Paradise Park in Newhaven pairs formal and informal gardens, with small lakes, waterfalls and fountains, with indoor planthouses and the Planet Earth Museum. Children can follow the Dinosaur Safari and use the Playzone, and there is a restaurant and coffee shop. A Halloween trail runs through October.