Halloween is soon approaching therefore we have compiled a list of the top 10 attractions in and around North Wales for the spooky season ahead!

1. Pumpkin picking at Bellis Brothers Garden Centre – Wrexham

Why not get into the Halloween spirit by picking pumpkins at Bellis Brothers in Wrexham? As well as the pick your own pumpkin patch you can also explore the garden centre and café. Pumpkin prices start at £2.00 per pumpkin. You just pay for the pumpkins you pick. Open from 10am to 5pm. Tickets are in demand so make sure you book in advance!

For more info visit Bellis Brothers

2. Zip World Ffear Forest – Betws Y Coed

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North Wales’s ultimate Halloween experience, brace yourselves for clowns, curses, and frights at the Ffear forest 2022. Visit during the night and experience the cursed coaster alpine ride which takes you over 1km through the woods. Why not try navigating The Nets? A bouncy netted maze and escape the clowns! Not for the faint of heart. Pre-book your ticket from £30 and enjoy access to Zip World Ffear Fforest Halloween 7:30pm - 10:30pm.

For more info visit Zipworld

3. Ghosts Hunts at Gwrych Castle – Abergele

Are you brave enough to join the ghost hunts at Gwrych Castle? The historical castle, also famous for hosting the courageous celebrities of ITV’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! From £40 per tickets guests can take part in a vigil using a range of paranormal equipment and experience the supernatural.

For more info visit Gwrych Castle

4. Pen-Y-Lan Ghost Hunt – Ruabon

Pen-y-Lan Hall is home to a unique ghost hunt for brave souls, the manor is still lived in which allows brave guests to explore the house all the way from the cellar to the outbuildings. The tour provides those brave and bold enough with the chance to experience glass divination, table tipping and even Ouija boards!

For more info visit Pen Y Lan Hall Ghost Hunt

5. Visit Conwy Castle – Conwy

Originally built in the 12th century, Conwy Castle has a rich history, and some say it is also haunted, not only haunted but one of Wales most haunted locations. Historically built by King Edward during his conquest of Wales it provides visitors with incredible architecture and thanks to the restored spiral staircases in its great towers you can walk a complete circuit around the battlements of Conwy Castle.

For more info visit Conwy Castle

6. Penrhyn Old Hall – Llandudno

Penrhyn Old Hall, situated in Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno is said to be haunted by numerous ghosts including monks and a young girl who haunts the stairway. Why not join in on one of the paranormal activity nights, tours run in groups of up to 20 visitors and provide all with a spooky and ghostly experience.

For more info visit Penrhyn Old hall

7. Beaumaris Gaol Ghost Hunt – Anglesey

Yet another thrilling ghost hunt is on offer at the historic Beaumaris Gaol in Anglesey. A location knows for its history of suffering and death the gaol is a foreboding location, and not for those who scare easily. The Gaol has a dark past of memories and secrets providing a fascinating insight into the world of the prisoner during the 1800s.

For more info visit Beaumaris Gaol

8. Hocus Pocus Outdoor Cinema Experience

If you are a Disney fan, then the outdoor cinema experience at Erddig Hall near Wrexham is one for you to visit! On the 23rd of October the outdoor screen will be showing a screening of the classic Disney Halloween movie Hocus Pocus. A great opportunity to wrap up warm whilst enjoying the spooky soundtrack to enjoy before the movie with specially curated songs for witches, ghosts, and vampires.

9. Bodnant Gardens

If being scared and spooked is not your cup of tea, Bodnant gardens is the place to visit. During the autumn the gardens display the beautiful colours and shades of the season, with brown and orange hues the gardens are a stunning Halloween walk if you are someone who would rather take in nature than be frightened by ghosts!

For more info visit Bodnant Garden

10. Tan Y Bryn Glamping

Were all about saving the best until last, therefore why not spend your Halloween with us here at Tan Y Bryn Glamping? Our luxury pods all come fully furnished and feature private hot tubs, terraces and firepits are available upon request. The perfect place to cosy up with a warm drink and watch a horror film (if you’re brave enough!).

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