11am - 1pm
Please arrive promptly at 10.45am for a chance to take part in all activities.
Find out about the origins and traditions of Halloween in Scotland during a themed tour of the castle, listen to ghost stories in the library and engage in some spooky Art and Crafts activities in our craft room. Can you help to carve a scary lantern from a turnip? A light snack will also be available for you to enjoy in the downstairs area of the castle.
Please note that it will take two hours to get round all of the activities so please arrive punctually at 10.45am.
All our pre-booked family craft workshops are family learning experiences and designed around the whole family working together.
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