EVENT
October Half Term: Plagues & Potions
Weald & Downland Living Museum | Chichester
✂️Crafts & DIY Workshops·👻Halloween
Event Details
Date
Sat 24 Oct – Sun 1 Nov '26
Location
Weald & Downland Living MuseumType
Indoor & Outdoor
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Dog-Friendly
Dogs are welcome
About this event
October Half Term: Plagues & Potions is part of the programme at the Weald & Downland Living Museum, Singleton.
The year is 1665 and the Black Death is coming. A village healer's protective potion has been scattered across the historic buildings by mischievous spirits, and families must gather the lost ingredients before it is too late.
What to expect:
- Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November; the Plagues & Potions trail runs every day of the week
- Haunted Hambrook: the barn filled with ghastly games - eyeball and spoon race, pin the spider on the web, broomstick racing and apple bobbing
- Spooky craft activities, 27-29 October, 10am-3.30pm
- Make a Medieval Plague Potion, 27-29 October, 10am-3.30pm
- Ghost Stories with The Bard Dawn, 27 and 29 October at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm
- Spooky Victorian School, 28 October, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm, making an origami bat
- Included with Museum admission; free parking, waterside cafe and picnic spots on site
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Group Size
Large (30+)
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore over 50 rescued historic buildings spanning 1,000 years of rural life with hands-on demonstrations, traditional craftspeople, and seasonal family events.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingParkingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 7 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about October Half Term: Plagues & Potions
How much does October Half Term: Plagues & Potions cost?
For ticket prices for October Half Term: Plagues & Potions, see the official event page or booking link.
When does October Half Term: Plagues & Potions take place?
October Half Term: Plagues & Potions runs from Saturday, 24 October 2026 to Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is October Half Term: Plagues & Potions held?
October Half Term: Plagues & Potions is held at Weald & Downland Living Museum in Chichester.
Is October Half Term: Plagues & Potions indoor or outdoor?
October Half Term: Plagues & Potions has both indoor and outdoor elements, so it works in any weather.
Do I need to book in advance for October Half Term: Plagues & Potions?
Yes, advance booking is required for October Half Term: Plagues & Potions.
