Seeing the first skeins of geese flying overhead is a significant moment in nature’s calendar – a sure sign that autumn is upon us. This year, we’re marking this magical moment with our very first GooseFest and we hope you’ll join us.

From family activities at the visitor centre to a chance to take to the Basin on a rowing boat, there’s something for everyone.

What’s On:

• Wednesday 1 to Sunday 12 October – Pink-footed Goose Trail
• Wednesday 1 October – Feathers and Fables
• Wednesday 1 October – Ask a Ranger
• Thursday 2 October – Geese and How to Count Them
• Friday 3 October – Pink Foot Friday
• Sunday 5 October – Wild Geese Rising
• Sunday 5 October – Pink Sunset
• Monday 6 October – Goose Town Walk
• Tuesday 7 October – Ask a Ranger
• Wednesday 8 October – Awesome Geese in Autumn
• Thursday 9 October – After-hours with the Geese
• Thursday 9 October – Oars on the Water, Wings in the Sky
• Saturday 11 October – ‘Goose’ Sunset Row
• Saturday 11 October – Felting Geese
• Sunday 12 October – Pink Sunset
• Sunday 12 October – After-hours with the Geese

Please check individual event details as some will require advance booking to secure your place.

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This guided, interactive walking tour is packed with animal encounters, farm life stories, and photo opportunities — now sprinkled with spooky decorations, seasonal fun, and a few fright-free surprises to make your October visit extra memorable.

Come dressed in costume if you like (optional but encouraged!) and explore the farm as it transforms into a Halloween haven. From wandering through our mini graveyard to spotting scarecrows, cobwebs, and witches’ hats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

What’s included:

• Guided walking tour of the farm — learn about real seasonal farm life with a Halloween twist
• Meet & hand-feed our friendly animals (cows, sheep, goats, miniature donkeys, pigs, alpacas, hens & ducks) — look out for their spooky-themed pens and photo props
• Photo opportunities galore — strike a pose with our decorated displays or take your chance in the graveyard walk
• Sit in a tractor when available (perfect for spooky selfies!)
• Animal feed included for that extra interactive experience
• Continue after your tour with a special Halloween workshop:
  • Broomstick Training (Mon/Wed/Fri + weekends, weather permitting) – take flight and learn the basics of witchy travel
  • Wand Decorating (Tues/Thurs + weekends) – craft your own magical wand to take home

Refreshments, snacks, home baking, paninis and baked potatoes are available to purchase in The Cart Shed after the morning tour and before afternoon tours when available.

Footwear suitable for the farm must be worn – either old trainers, wellies or walking boots. White trainers and open toed sandals are not suitable. Bring waterproofs and warm clothing if weather is wet & cold.

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The night of Holloween has arrived and something terrible has happened. An evil woodland demon has cast a dreadful curse, shattering the crystal pumpkin that protects the Hollow from all the ghosts, ghouls, and monsters lurking in the dark. Its glowing shards have been scattered far and wide across the woodland, and without them, the Hollow is falling into a nightmare…

But hope remains. The brave woodland mice have donned their Holloween costumes, ready to guide you through the forest with the clues you need to discover where each shard has landed.

Can you follow the trail, brave each haunted scene, and spot all 8 shards before it’s too late?

Plus – step into our enchanted pumpkin patch and select your very own pumpkin to take home (pumpkins can be purchased in advance along with your ticket).

Entry tickets include access to the Halloween trail and all the other park features including our brand new Dragontale Castle, crazy golf, giant maze, go karts, sledge run and lots more (excludes barrel train rides).

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Wander through our gardens and grounds where our Scarecrow Trail is waiting to be discovered before popping into our new pumpkin patch. You can choose your favourite pumpkin to take home, capture the moment with some of our fabulous Halloween inspired decorations, warm up with a treat from our horse box café or let the kids bounce off some energy in our Halloween themed bouncy castle (weather permitting).

Access is included within our Gardens and Grounds admission tickets (£9.50 per adult, £6.00 per child (5 – 16 years) and free for children under 5) or our Castle, Gardens and Grounds admission tickets: (£18.50 per adult, £11 per child (5 – 16 years) and free for children under 5).

Pumpkins are to be paid for separately as taken.

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Kids will decorate their very own large terracotta plant pot, transforming it into a ghoulish ghost, pumpkin pal, monster friend or any creepy creation their imagination conjures up! We’ll provide all the paints, brushes and spooky inspiration they need.

Once painted the pots can be taken home perfect for planting a mini pumpkin, spooky succulent or magical herb!

Costumes encouraged! Come dressed as a witch, monster, skeleton or anything spooky (or sparkly!) and get into the Halloween spirit while you paint.

A creative, hands-on Halloween activity that’s messy, magical and just the right amount of spooky!

The pots may take a little extra time for drying but this gives you a chance to have a play in the park, grab a snack or enjoy some lunch in our coffee shop or take advantage of some of our Pumpkin Patch Photo Opportunities.

Recommended 5+. Under 5’s are very welcome to take part but will require hands on support from an adult. Under 5’s still need to purchase a ticket if taking part, accompanying adults do not need a ticket.

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Little chocolatiers will make 4 spooky chocolate bark circles, decorating them with edible eyes, slimy worms, ghost poop and loads of other creepy-cute toppings! Whether it’s a monster face or a mummy swirl, every creation is uniquely delicious!

While the chocolate sets, the little chocolatiers will decorate their own plastic take-home case, making it the perfect place to store (or secretly snack on!) their boo-tiful bites.

Costumes are welcome – witches, monsters and mini ghosts all fit right in!

A sweet, sticky and spooktacular Halloween activity your little ones wont forget!

Please allow 2 hours from making to collecting your creations. This activity takes around 1 to 1½ hours – creations may need a little extra time for setting but this gives you a chance to have a play in the park, grab a snack or enjoy some lunch in our coffee shop or take advantage of some of our Pumpkin Patch Photo Opportunities.

Recommended age 5+. Under 5s are very welcome to take part but will require hands on support from an adult. Under 5’s still need to purchase a ticket if taking part, accompanying adult do not need a ticket.

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This autumn, follow our family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore. This self-guided activity is taking place at sites across the country.

Don’t forget, HES members can collect their exclusive History Hunt Halloween card at this event.

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Experience the thrill of kayaking, try your balance on a paddleboard, set sail in a dinghy and learn bushcraft skills. This camp is suitable for children and young people with and without disabilities so everyone can be active together.

Meet at the Information Centre, bring a snack and plenty fluids. Please wear appropriate clothing for the activities. Wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets etc. will be provided. Bring spare clothes, a towel and closed toe shoes for all activities.

Age: 8 – 15 Years.

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But in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens! Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time!

“It’s all as entertainingly random as the book, particularly for those younger people in attendance. The manner in which they go about the choosing is joyous, inviting young volunteers from the audience to pick a character….” David Pollock, The List

“Quite simply, it’s fun, it’s funny, it appears a simple format but is actually clever; it’s a great family show…” Anne Hamilton, Lothian Life

“There is plenty of choice and bundles of energy at Nonsense Room Productions’ adaptation of the children’s picture book, You Choose….” Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre

Suitable for ages 2-7.

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Wander through haunted trails lit by flickering lanterns and fairy lights. Along the way, you’ll encounter ghostly figures, spooky sounds, and strange sights hiding in the shadows. Keep your eyes peeled… you never know what might be watching from the trees.

This event is perfect for families with brave little monsters, offering a spine-tingling Halloween experience without the nightmares. Expect mysterious mist, a few gentle jump scares, and interactive spooky scenes that come to life as night falls.

Bring your torch, grab your costume, and prepare for an unforgettable Halloween adventure in the heart of Kirriemuir!

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