Event details
25 October - 2 November 2025
View the farmyard and adventure playground opening times.
Bring your little monsters to the farmyard to meet the animals and join in with creepy Halloween-themed activities this Autumn half-term.
Many of the activities are included with your farmyard and adventure playground ticket.
Book online in advance for free parking.
Daily Activities
From animal feeding to guinea pig cuddling, there's lots of fun to be had at the farmyard.
Playground Adventures
From the farmyard, take the secret tunnel to the children's playground for an exciting adventure in the tree tops.
There's also an Archimedes screw to fetch water from the stream, and a huge sand play area.
Please check the dates and times of each activity. View the farmyard noticeboard on arrival for guinea pig cuddling times and advice on any on-the-day changes.
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Whether bug hunting in Stand Wood, cycling on the Tissington Trail, or hitching a ride on a historic steam engine, Chatsworth and the Peak District are a dream destination for an unforgettable family escape. Find a stay with us in a cottage, shepherd’s hut, inn or hotel.
