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6th year running! Explore Paisley’s eerie past in a brand-new, unseen Halloween show packed with history, haunts & jump scares! IMPORTANT NOTICE UPDATE 25th 11:41am: Today’s Halloween experience (25th October) is going ahead as planned! We’ve moved most scenes indoors, with around 90% of the tour taking place inside. Please dress for the weather, as some outdoor sections remain. Get ready to step into the shadows of Paisley’s eerie past as the Sma’ Shot Cottages Halloween Experience returns for its 6th year! For six years, audiences have braved the historic 18th-century weaver’s cottages by flickering lantern light, encountering terrifying characters, chilling stories and unexpected scares. And this year, we're taking things further with a BRAND-NEW SHOW that has never been seen before! Explore the dark corridors and historic rooms of the cottages as our costumed characters bring Paisley’s fascinating and frightening past to life. Expect immersive storytelling, atmospheric scenes, unexpected jump scares and plenty of surprises lurking around every corner. One of Paisley’s number one Halloween attractions is back! And this year, you’ve never seen what’s coming. 🌙 NEW FOR 2026...ADULT-ONLY 9PM SHOW Looking for something darker? For the first time, we're introducing a brand-new Adult-Only performance at 9pm. This completely new show has never been seen before and is designed specifically for an adult audience, taking the scares, atmosphere and intensity up a notch. If you think you know what to expect from the Sma’ Shot Cottages Halloween Experience… think again. 👻 WHAT TO EXPECT 55-Minute Immersive Experience Each performance lasts approximately 55 minutes. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled show, as performances begin promptly on the hour. Ghastly Characters Meet a terrifying cast of characters, each with their own dark stories to tell. But be warned...Not everyone you encounter may be quite as alive as they appear. Interactive Horrors Expect sudden jump scares, immersive encounters, unexpected challenges and plenty of moments designed to keep you on edge. Atmospheric Setting Experience the unique atmosphere of the historic Sma’ Shot Cottages, with darkened rooms, flickering light and the creaks and shadows of a building steeped in history. A Brand-New Story Our 6th year brings a completely new experience that has never been performed before. Even if you've joined us in previous years, you won't know what's waiting for you this time... 🎃 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please select your dates carefully before completing your booking. We cannot guarantee that tickets can be rescheduled once purchased. The event is suitable for ages 8+, although parents and guardians should be aware that the experience contains sudden jump scares, dark rooms, limited lighting and frightening scenes. Part of the experience takes place outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Unfortunately, there is no disabled access due to the historic nature of the buildings and the style of the experience. The cottages contain tight spaces, uneven areas and numerous stairs, and there are no lifts available. For everyone's safety, please do not touch the actors and take extra care when moving around the cottages. The Sma’ Shot Cottages are a historic museum, so please do not touch or lean on exhibits, displays or other historic features. 🏛️ SUPPORTING PAISLEY'S HISTORY The Sma’ Shot Cottages, cared for by the Old Paisley Society, are an important part of Paisley’s industrial and social heritage. The cottages help preserve the story of the town’s weaving community and the people who lived and worked here. The Old Paisley Society is a registered charity and relies on donations to help maintain and preserve these historic buildings for future generations. A donation box will be available before each performance for anyone who would like to support their work. 🔥 ARE YOU BRAVE ENOUGH? Six years. A brand-new story. New scares. A brand-new Adult-Only 9pm show. Paisley's Halloween favourite is back!...But you've never seen it like this before. Enter if you dare... And whatever you do, don't assume you're alone.

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