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Halloween at Guildenacreat Guildenacre
About Halloween at Guildenacre
This Halloween, another Guild has returned to the woods at Guildenacre.
Eight mysterious creatures have taken up their watch, six hidden marks are waiting to be discovered, and somewhere amongst them lies the identity of the Keeper of the Last Light.
Families can follow the Night Guild Halloween Quest through the woodland, finding six themed displays along the way. Each display has a riddle to solve, revealing a hidden symbol. Match the symbols on your trail sheet and work out which of the eight Night Guild creatures is guarding the Last Light.
Alongside the trail, every ticket includes full access to Guildenacre’s woodland adventure play areas, plus Halloween crafts at Wades Barn, pedal cars and the Glitter Bar.
Each booking is for a three-and-a-half-hour session, giving families plenty of time to enjoy the whole experience at their own pace.
Morning Session: 9.30am–1pm
Afternoon Session: 1.30pm–5pm
Fancy dress is very much encouraged for children and grown-ups alike.
Ticket prices:
Adults £8
Children aged 5+ £16.50
Children aged 3–4 £8.50
Under 2s FREE
The Night Guild runs across October weekends and half-term, finishing on Saturday 31 October.
Guildenacre is an outdoor woodland attraction and the event will go ahead in most weather conditions, so visitors should come dressed for an autumn adventure.
Eight creatures. Six hidden marks. One secret Keeper.
Can you discover who guards the Last Light?
Frequently asked questions
- What is The Night Guild?
The Night Guild is Guildenacre’s family Halloween adventure. Explore the woods, find six mysterious displays, solve a riddle at each one and uncover six hidden symbols.
Use the symbols on your trail sheet to work out which of the eight Night Guild creatures is the mysterious Keeper of the Last Light.
Alongside the Halloween trail, families can enjoy full access to Guildenacre’s woodland play areas. Alongside this there are Halloween crafts, Pedal Cars and a Glitter Bar included.
- How long is a Night Guild session?
Each Night Guild booking is for a full three-and-a-half-hour session:
Morning: 9.30am–1pm
Afternoon: 1.30pm–5pmWe recommend arriving for the beginning of your chosen session so you have plenty of time to enjoy everything included.
- What is included with my ticket?
Your Night Guild ticket includes:
Three and a half hours at Guildenacre
Full access to the woodland adventure play areas
The Night Guild Halloween Treasure Hunt
Six Halloween installations to discover
A special trail sheet for each child
Halloween crafts at Wades Barn
Pedal cars
Glitter Bar
- Is The Night Guild scary?
No. The Night Guild has been created as a family-friendly Halloween adventure, with mystery, riddles and Halloween theming rather than a frightening scare experience.
- Do we need to wear fancy dress?
You don’t have to, but we actively encourage it!
Children and grown-ups are welcome to arrive as witches, wizards, ghosts, vampires, woodland creatures or anything else they can dream up. Please just make sure costumes and footwear are suitable for climbing, running and exploring safely.
- What are the Night Guild ticket prices?
Adults – £8
Children aged 5+ – £16.50
Children aged 3–4 – £8.50
Under 2s – FREE- What happens if it rains?
The Night Guild is an all-weather outdoor event and will continue in rain or shine. Please check the forecast before travelling and come prepared with suitable footwear, warm layers and waterproofs where necessary.
Tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be moved or transferred because of wet or poor weather.
If Guildenacre itself has to cancel a session because conditions are considered unsafe, affected ticket holders will be contacted directly.
Guildenacre’s usual advice is also to dress appropriately for its outdoor woodland setting.
- Can I change my Night Guild booking?
Night Guild tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
If your plans change for a reason other than the weather, we may be able to move your booking to another available Night Guild session, subject to availability and our amendment terms.
Requests must be made at least 48 hours before your visit by emailing info@guildenacre.com.
- Is The Night Guild wheelchair accessible?
We offer complimentary access to wheelchair users who would like to visit Guildenacre with their families (please book your wheelchair access ticket for free), recognising that the woodland setting of Guildenacre includes uneven terrain and that the play equipment itself is not wheelchair accessible.
In 2027 we hope to improve the surface of the route from Wades Barn to Guildenacre Wood taking on board feedback from visitors during our initial opening.
- Do you offer free carer tickets?
Yes. Free carer tickets can be selected when booking.
Please bring suitable proof with you on the day, such as DLA, PIP, Attendance Allowance, AFIP, Blind Persons Registration, an Access Card displaying the +1 symbol or a CEA Card.
- Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?
Yes. All adventurers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Adults are also encouraged to get involved and enjoy the adventure alongside the children.
- Can we bring a picnic?
Yes. Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic, and there are designated areas where families can sit and refuel.
- Will food and drink be available?
Yes. Black Dog Deli at Wades Barn will be open, serving a selection of food, hot and cold drinks, snacks and treats.
- Can we bring our dog?
Pets are not permitted inside Guildenacre, although assistance dogs are welcome.
Dogs can be exercised around Wades Meadow and on nearby public footpaths but must not be left unattended in vehicles.
- Where is Guildenacre?
Guildenacre
Wades Barn
Helmingham
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Guildenacre has its own dedicated entrance and free car park at Wades Barn. Follow the Guildenacre signs as you approach.
- What should we wear?
The Night Guild takes place both in the woodland and around Wades Barn, so come dressed for an autumn adventure.
We recommend sturdy footwear, comfortable clothes for climbing and exploring, warm layers and waterproofs if rain is forecast. Guildenacre’s normal visitor guidance also recommends sensible footwear and clothing suitable for active play.
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