There are no excuses when it comes to getting spooky with a huge range of events and scary attractions for families to enjoy this Halloween.
From pumpkin trails and haunting woodland walks to spell casting and Halloween crafts, there’s a whole raft of fun and games for everyone for young and old alike.
Here are just some of teh fun Halloween themed events taking place across the county, this half-term.
5. Boo at the Zoo
Families are invited to play boo with cuddly critters at Whipsnade Zoo. From a monstrous magic show, ghostly tales and a costume competition to a Halloween disco, and talks on the zoo's night-stalking residents, families are sure to get their Halloween fix in one fell swoop. The fun runs until Friday 29, with some activities extending until October 31. The cost is included with a regular zoo entry ticket. Photo: Zoological Society of London
6. Woburn Safari Spooktacular Trail
Another animal-based entry with Woburn Safari Park's Spooktacular Safari Trail, on Halloween weekend. Grab your binoculars to seek out some of the park's most fearsome animals, and spot them enjoying Halloween-based fun of their own. The event runs on Sunday, October 29, book a regular entry ticket on the day to join the fun. Photo: Submitted image
7. Jordan's Mill Halloween Ghostly Spell
Join the Halloween Ghostly Spell Activity Trail after out treacherous meadow creatures have stolen the ingredients to the Mill Ghosts Spell. Follow the trail to spot the ingredients, then find out who has stolen them to complete the spell. Event runs from October 21- October 29, 9.30am to 3.30pm (Closed Monday). No need to pre-book, just turn up on the day and purchase your trail sheets from the Mill Shop. Photo: Jordan's Mill
8. Hocus Pocus at Herrings Green
Herrings Green Activity Farm Hocus, Pocus, Boil and Bubble - join them for some spooky fun down on the farm this Halloween, it’s going to be spooktacular! There lots of Halloween events going on this half term, join them for some spooky fun with the birds and animals. Photo: Herrings Green Activity Farm