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Halloween at Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Something spooky is happening deep underground at Cheddar Gorge & Caves this October half-term.

From Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, families can enjoy a haunting line-up of Halloween activities at Cheddar Gorge & Caves in Cheddar, Somerset. The event features the return of much-loved favourites alongside new family-friendly, spine-tingling surprises.

Dogs are welcome in Gough's Cave, so everyone can join in the Halloween fun.

Halloween activities at Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Spooktacular Trail in Gough's Cave

Family fun awaits on a spooky trail through Gough's Cave. Visitors can follow the clues, take on the challenge and uncover the mystery lurking in the depths of the cave.

Those who complete the trail will receive a reward badge.

Halloween Party

Families can head to the arts and crafts room for a selection of spellbinding Halloween activities.

Children can enjoy ghoulish games, spookified arts and crafts, and design or colour in their very own Halloween badge.

Explore Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Halloween at Cheddar is included with a Day Ticket, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy the Halloween activities alongside five attractions at Cheddar Gorge & Caves.

Gough's Cave

Visitors can explore the awe-inspiring stalactite cave where Cheddar Man, Britain's oldest and most complete human skeleton, was discovered.

Cox's Cave

Cox's Cave is home to Yeo's Journey, a multimedia experience telling the story of how the power of water formed the caves.

Museum of Prehistory

Visitors can discover more about the area's fascinating prehistoric past at the Museum of Prehistory.

Jacob's Ladder, The Lookout Tower and Cliff-Top Walk

Visitors can climb 274 steps for panoramic views across Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills, taking in the scenery of a landscape shaped over millions of years.

Beyond the View

Beyond the View is an immersive cinema experience exploring the local history, wildlife and landscapes of Cheddar Gorge.

Ticket information

• Adult - from £23.30
• Child (3-15 years) - from £17.50
• Under 3s - free
• Essential Companion - free, when accompanying someone with an Access Card or Cheddar Digital Access Pass displaying the +1 symbol.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Halloween at Cheddar Gorge & Caves 2026?

Halloween at Cheddar takes place from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, during the October half-term holidays.

Where does Halloween at Cheddar take place?

The event takes place at Cheddar Gorge & Caves in Cheddar, Somerset, with Halloween activities including a spooky trail inside Gough's Cave.

Is Halloween at Cheddar included with admission?

Yes. The Halloween activities are included with a Cheddar Gorge & Caves Day Ticket, alongside admission to five attractions.

What Halloween activities are there?

Activities include the Spooktacular Trail through Gough's Cave and a Halloween Party featuring ghoulish games, spookified arts and crafts, and the opportunity for children to design or colour their own Halloween badge.

Do children receive anything for completing the Halloween trail?

Yes. Children who complete the Spooktacular Trail through Gough's Cave will receive a reward badge.

Are dogs allowed at Halloween at Cheddar?

Yes. Dogs are welcome in Gough's Cave, allowing them to join families during the Halloween event.

Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility varies across Cheddar Gorge & Caves. Beyond the View and the Museum of Prehistory are accessible, while Cox's Cave, Jacob's Ladder and the Lookout Tower are not wheelchair accessible. Gough's Cave has limited wheelchair accessibility.

Visitors with specific access requirements are advised to check the accessibility information provided by Cheddar Gorge & Caves before travelling.