Bygone’s Half-Term Halloween Trail: A FREE Spooktacular Day Out For Kids! | Bygone Times

The crisp Autumnal air is here, the pumpkins are carved, and the October half term is just around the corner!

This year, Bygone Time has the perfect spooky solution for families; a haunting Halloween riddle trail of horror, keeping curious kids entertained and allowing parents and guardians to discover Bygone’s vast collection of antiques and hidden treasures in peace!

Based in a 17^th century cotton mill (that some say is haunted), Bygone Times have created a macabre, atmospheric backdrop for the Halloween trail, with a sequence of riddles for kids to complete to earn a terrifyingly delicious, sweet treat!

And the scariest part? It’s FREE!

How The Halloween Trail Works

1. The Trail Begins: Upon arrival, kids will be given a special answer sheet.
2. The Halloween Hunt: Kids will then embark on a thrilling journey around our historic, spooky building, exploring the unique aisles and corridors of Bygone Times.
3. The Riddles: Throughout their journey, kids will discover various Halloween-themed riddles about ghosts, witches, broomsticks, cats, zombies and more, and complete their answer sheet.
4. The Prize: Once all the riddles are solved and their secret spooky answers are written down, kids can collect their delicious Halloween treat from the front desk!

When: During the Halloween Half-Term! Monday 27^th October – Sunday 2^nd of November

Where: Bygone Times, Grove Mill, The Green, Eccleston, Chorley PR7 5TZ

The Halloween Half-Term Trail Offers Something For Everyone!

The Bygone Times Halloween trail is not just for kids – it’s for the adults and families too! Whilst encouraging kids to explore all things frightening and use their creativity to solve riddles, parents and guardians can enjoy peaceful browsing time, and discover our fascinating setting that is filled with spooky history and character.

With over 500 stalls, occupied by individual sellers and small, specially-selected local businesses, Bygone Time is packed with hidden treasures, whether you’re looking for ghostly Halloween decorations, seeking a spooky Halloween gift for little ones, something perfect for the Autumn, or just enjoying your day out!

Escape The Chill at The Cotton Café

In lovely Lancashire, October brings the wind, rain and chill.

Be sure to visit The Cotton Café mid-hunt, or as a well-earned post Halloween trail treat, where we provide a selection of hot beverages, freshly baked cakes and delicious homemade meals! Swap the soggy outdoors for a warm, historical and thrilling day out for a half-term Halloween thrill at Bygone Times!