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.

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. Frosts Pumpkin Patch
Frosts Pumpkin Patch, at the Frosts garden centre in Willington, is returning for a second year, running now right up until Halloween. As well as picking your very own pumpkin, little ones can enjoy a mini tractor trail and spooky mini golf! Pre-booking is essential, book via the Frosts website. Photo: Tony Margiocchi

. The Howl
There’s going a scary line-up of ghoulish entertainment on offer as The Howl reopens it doors to those brave enough to enter the Mead Open Farm-based Hallowe’en attraction this year. Immerse yourself in dazzling special effects, atmospheric scenery, award-winning attractions, live music, and sumptuous food, all encapsulated within a jubilant festival ambience. The Howl is running until October 31 on selected dates. Tickets start at £18. Photo: The Howl

9. Spooky Afternoon Tea and Halloween Trail
Enjoy a Halloween themed afternoon tea at Dunstable Downs. Children are treated to scary a sandwich, spooky sweet treat and spell-binding soft drink, while adults can indulge alongside with terrific tea or coffee and slice of seasonal cake. Available until October 27 between 12 and 3pm. Meanwhile the resident witch also needs a hand to bring the magic back to her woodland home. Make your very own wand and join in on this mystical trail down to Chute Wood. The event runs until October 29 October between 10:30am and 3pm. No pre-booking necessary. Photo: Halloween afternoon tea and mystical trail

10. Halloween Haunt at the Swiss Garden
Friends of the Swiss Garden Halloween Haunt Event will be held on Saturday October 28. Pre-booked tours of up to 20 people will start at 5pm with a garden tour guide in charge of each group. Four storytellers will be located around the garden, each telling a unique Victorian ghost story – the stories follow on consecutively with an exciting ending in the grotto! But be warned – there may be a few spooky surprises along the way! The Runway Café will be open late until 8pm serving hot drinks, snacks and sweet treats with children’s activities in the Discover Hub. Photo: Friends of the Swiss Garden