Epic Warwick Castle Halloween: Spooky Steps & After Dark Castle Chills (2 Day)

DESCRIPTION
Join us for a special autumn adventure combining a scenic Warwickshire hike, a spooky Halloween evening at one of England’s most iconic castles, and a relaxed Sunday exploring the historic town of Warwick.
We’ll spend Saturday hiking through beautiful countryside, riverside paths and historic landscapes before heading into Warwick for an atmospheric Halloween night at Warwick Castle. Fancy dress is encouraged, and the evening promises to be a memorable mix of history, entertainment and Halloween atmosphere.
On Sunday we’ll enjoy a more relaxed walk taking in Warwick’s medieval streets, riverside scenery and historic landmarks before heading home.
This is a weekend for people who enjoy great walks, fascinating places, good company and memorable experiences beyond the usual day hike.

Some details of the After Dark event:
The Terror
As the plague ravages Great Britain, the inhabitants of Warwick Castle barricade themselves inside the mighty walls in a desperate attempt to survive. But with no escape and fear taking hold, something far more sinister begins to unfold within. Will you face the deadly plague outside… or the unspeakable terror waiting inside?

Silent Disco
Dance the night away at our Silent Disco, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Warwick Castle, a hauntingly fun new addition to Castle After Dark.

Festival of Frights
Experience a thrilling festival of performers in the castle courtyard. Brace yourself for an evening of entertainment, with live music and DJs, spine-chilling street food and drinks, fearless firebreathers and more!

Eerie Entertainment
Listen to live music and DJs in the courtyard as you prepare for your next terrifying encounter.

The Castle Dungeon
Encounter Warwick’s most gruesome history as you venture through The Castle Dungeon after dark, with scary true stories, ‘orrible actors and hilarious surprises in store (additional charges apply).

Social media pic of this event previously:
New event

Before You Arrive

• Recommended train ticket: Super off peak (valid within one month return)
• London Marylebone → Warwick.
• Depart: 08:00 | Arrive: 09:30
• £41.69 with a Railcard (price at time of writing)
• Download the Google Maps area for offline use in case mobile reception is poor.
• Buy your fancy dress
• Book your accommodation, most of us are staying at the Holiday Inn Express Warwick

The Plan:
Saturday

• 9:30 Meet at Warwick Station and start hike | 17KM | 4.5 hours walking
• 13:30 Hatton Hill pub lunch
• 15:00 Finish at hotel check in, and get ready with Halloween gear on.
• 18:15 Travel to the castle on bus.
• 19:00 Warwick Castle After Dark Halloween event (included in price) can buy street food in castle.
• Optional Extra: Castle Dungeon experience (for those who want more scares)
• 23:00 Walk back to hotels when ready.

Sunday - Warwick Recovery walk 11km
10:30 Start walk (we can confirm location in WhatsApp group depending on where everyone is staying)
Route:

• Warwick Castle exterior and riverside
• St Nicholas Park
• River Avon
• Lunch somewhere round Castle
• St Mary's Church (optional tower climb if open)
• Medieval streets and Market Place

14:30 Finish at Warwick Station, and trains back to London

Cost:
Your price includes:

• Entry to the famous Warwick Castle After Dark Halloween event.
• Two days of guided hiking, planned and led by experienced AAA leader who is Lowland leader qualified, Wilderness First Aid qualified, Summer Mountain Leader trained.
• All arranged by experienced organiser.

Please note: Clicking 'Attend' on Meetup does not reserve your place.
Your place is only confirmed once full payment has been received.

How to book

• Click 'Attend' on this Meetup event.
• Make payment Here
• Send me a message on Meetup to let me know you've paid.
• Once you’ve RSVP’d, check the private comments section of this Meetup event for the invitation link to join the WhatsApp group. This is where we’ll share updates, and answer questions (particularly if I’m temporarily unavailable). I’ll share my live location on the day, return train times, and group photos after the event.
• Book your accommodation, most of us are staying at the Holiday Inn Express Warwick

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-paid, first-served basis.
If Castle tickets have sold out upon booking on Meetup, then I'll provide a full refund.

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Travel
• Food
• Castle Dungeon experience (for those who want more scares)

RECOMMENDED KIT LIST

• Suitable hiking shoes or boots
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Water - 2 litres a day
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
• Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
• Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino
• Halloween costume

I’m organising a group trip:

• Everyone remains responsible for their own travel insurance, belongings and personal expenses.
• Participants will need their own standard travel insurance to attend (to cover cancellation due to illness, lost luggage, personal liability, medical expenses, travel disruption.

CANCELLING/REFUNDS
Payment is non-refundable. If you find you can no longer attend, you may sell your place to another member of AAA of the same gender, and arrange any money transactions privately.
If you want to do this, please inform the Host shown on this page before you start the process.

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QUESTIONS
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