Get into the Halloween spirit this half term with pumpkin carving at Allan Bank

Unleash your creativity and transform a pumpkin into a spooky masterpiece, with all tools provided and pumpkins prepared ready for carving.

Perfect for families and young Halloween enthusiasts, this hands-on activity includes a tea light to take home with your finished creation, so you can proudly display your pumpkin throughout the season.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Allan Bank, it's a fun and festive way to celebrate autumn and make lasting family memories.

A fantastic Halloween activity for creative families in the Lake District.

Booking essential. Admission charges apply.

Price: £5 per child.

Nearest Pier: Waterhead Pier
Take a cruise to Waterhead Pier in Ambleside, then hop on the Stagecoach 555 or 599 bus to Grasmere village. Both services stop in the centre of Grasmere, from where Allan Bank is approximately a 10-minute uphill walk. It's a simple, scenic journey that combines a relaxing cruise on Windermere with one of the Lake District's most family-friendly autumn attractions.

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