Halloween half-term in Scarborough: Frightful photos as popular attractions get into the spooky spirit
Spooky season has officially arrived in Scarborough, with pumpkins, creepy characters and fang-tastic family fun taking over some of the town’s best-loved attractions.
Our photographer Richard Ponter headed out to capture the Halloween excitement, visiting local attractions as they welcomed families and little monsters for a half-term packed with spooky surprises.
From eerie train rides to ghoulish games and Halloween trails, there is plenty to get into the spooky spirit across Scarborough this October. Scarborough North Bay Railway is getting into the Halloween spirit with not one, but two spooky attractions for visitors to enjoy.
The popular Pumpkin Trail, running from October 24 to November 1, invites visitors to hop aboard the train and follow the trail in search of pumpkins. Those who complete the challenge will be entered for a chance to win a Ghoulish Goody Bag.
For those looking for an extra fright, the railway’s Hallowscream Express is running from Wednesday, October 28 to Saturday, October 31, promising a fang-tastic adventure for brave passengers.
Designed to be spooky rather than terrifying, the experience begins at the station in Peasholm, where a resident storyteller sets the scene with a frightful tale of mystery and mischief.
With the story told and courage summoned, passengers board the train for a spooky journey into the darkness. Travellers are encouraged to keep their eyes peeled along the way, as they never know what might appear.
Those who make it safely back will be rewarded for their bravery with a Halloween gift bag. Scarborough Castle is also embracing the season, with its Halloween half-term celebrations running from Saturday, October 24, to Sunday, November 1, between 10am and 4pm.
The Great Pumpkin Party promises a ghoulishly good day out, with family activities, interactive storytelling, spooky games and a themed trail to explore around the historic site.
Fancy dress is encouraged, with a daily competition giving children the chance to show off their spookiest, silliest and most spectacular costumes in the hope of winning a prize.
There is plenty happening throughout the day, with activities scheduled for different times to keep little monsters entertained.
The event is included in the standard admission price, with visitors able to save 15 per cent by booking in advance. English Heritage members can enter for free.
With Halloween activities taking place at attractions across the town, Scarborough is full of seasonal fun for families to enjoy during the half-term holidays.
Richard Ponter was out and about capturing the atmosphere, the costumes and the spooky fun as Scarborough got into the Halloween spirit.
Check out our photo gallery below to see the spooktacular sights and frightful fun bringing Halloween to Scarborough this year.