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Autumn & Halloween at Castle Howard

The turn of the season is spectacular at Castle Howard, with showstopping autumn colours on display. Plan a day out to the House and Gardens with friends and family, or book a unique special event to soak up the atmosphere.

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Atmospheric events celebrating the turn of the seasons

Unique ways to celebrate Autumn, from after-dark tours of the House, family fun spotting pesky pumpkins at the House, and adventures with the Skelves at Skelf Island Adventure Playground.

Late Night Tours
Sat 11 Oct 2025 - Thu 30 Oct 2025
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Ancient Tree Walks
Thu 16 Oct 2025
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Family and half term events and activities

Celebrate Autumn with your dog in the Garden Centre
Mon 29 Sep 2025 - Sat 01 Nov 2025
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Plush velvet pumpkins on a grand sofa in a stately home
Pesky Pumpkin Trail in the House
Thu 02 Oct 2025 - Fri 31 Oct 2025
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Bulb Planting on the South Lake Meadow
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Sun 02 Nov 2025
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The Great Pumpkin Adventure
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Sun 02 Nov 2025
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Autumnal shopping and eating

Helena Garcia Halloween Pop-Up in the Farm Shop
Helena Garcia stands in front of the House at Castle Howard holding a pile of pumpkins.
Bake Off’s Helena Garcia, best known for her gorgeously gothic style, is back this Autumn with a spook-tacular pop-up in the Farm Shop! Her fabulously fun range of homewares, clothing and gifts will be available from 1st September – 31st October. If you’d like to meet Helena in person, she’s joining us on 13th September at 1pm – 3pm in the Farm Shop to sign copies of her latest book The Little Gothic Bakeshop.
Pumpkins, squashes and gourds in the Farm Shop and Garden Centre
A Castle Howard employee holding 3 pumpkins.
For decorating, eating, or both, a fantastic range of all shapes and sizes, from classic orange pumpkins to more unusually shaped gourds will be available from 29th September.
Pumpkin and Hot Honey Sausages in the Farm Shop
A bespoke blend of spices that capture the flavour of autumn, to make the most comforting bangers and mash or toad-in-the-hole. Available from 29th September.
Halloween Party and Bonfire Bonanza Butchery Box
A great selection of six sausages, four burgers and four kebabs for just £20, perfect if you are hosting a get-together. Available in the Farm Shop 18th October to 5th November.