NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail
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A Spooky Family Halloween Trail will be held in the dark at Castle Fraser in Aberdeen on 23 October 2026 from 17:00 to 19:00. Participants aged over 5 should follow the glowing trail through the gardens to claim a prize, bringing their own torch for lighting. Ticket prices are £1.65 per child and £1 per accompanying adult.
Our Family Friendly Halloween Trail... but in the dark!
For the first time, we're opening our Family Friendly Halloween Trail in the dark!
23rd & 24th October, 5pm-7pm
31st October, 4.30pm-6.30pm
Follow our trail through the gardens to claim your spook-tacular prize at the Castle. £8 per child and £1 per accompanying adult.
The trail will have glow in the dark and reflective elements for you to follow, with some lighting. You must bring a torch with you for admission.
Recommended for at least over 5s, this trail is aimed at older children aged 6 - 14 years. There are no jump scares but the trail will be very dark in places.
Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Looking for our daytime trail suitable for young children? - See separate event here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/castle-frasers-family-friendly-halloween-trail-tickets-1985266738256?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland).
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Frequently asked questions
NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 17:00.
NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail is held at Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland) in Aberdeen (Sauchen, Inverurie, AB51 7LD).
Tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail range from £1.65 to £9.06. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail is Light drizzle · 11°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland) can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
A Spooky Family Halloween Trail will be held in the dark at Castle Fraser in Aberdeen on 23 October 2026 from 17:00 to 19:00. Participants aged over 5 should follow the glowing trail through the gardens to claim a prize, bringing their own torch for lighting. Ticket prices are £1.65 per child and £1 per accompanying adult.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Our Family Friendly Halloween Trail... but in the dark!
For the first time, we're opening our Family Friendly Halloween Trail in the dark!
23rd & 24th October, 5pm-7pm
31st October, 4.30pm-6.30pm
Follow our trail through the gardens to claim your spook-tacular prize at the Castle. £8 per child and £1 per accompanying adult.
The trail will have glow in the dark and reflective elements for you to follow, with some lighting. You must bring a torch with you for admission.
Recommended for at least over 5s, this trail is aimed at older children aged 6 - 14 years. There are no jump scares but the trail will be very dark in places.
Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Looking for our daytime trail suitable for young children? - See separate event here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/castle-frasers-family-friendly-halloween-trail-tickets-1985266738256?aff=oddtdtcreator
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland). Searching near Sauchen, Inverurie, AB51 7LD; check-in Friday, 23 October 2026.
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WhereCastle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland)
Sauchen, Inverurie, AB51 7LD
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail?
NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 17:00.
Where is NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail taking place?
NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail is held at Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland) in Aberdeen (Sauchen, Inverurie, AB51 7LD).
How much are tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail?
Tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail range from £1.65 to £9.06. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail?
The forecast for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail is Light drizzle · 11°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Is there anywhere to stay near NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland) can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail?
Tickets for NEW: Spooky Family Halloween Trail can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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