Muster your courage and experience Halloween inside a 480+ year old Tudor fortress during Halloween at Hurst Castle from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2026! Located at Keyhaven near Milford on Sea, Hurst Castle offers packed October half-term family fun daily from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM BST. Built by King Henry VIII, this historic site invites brave visitors to descend deep into the castle basement to escape the spooky Maze, roam every corner on a castle-wide Treasure Trail to solve clues, and get creative with hands-on Halloween arts and crafts. Visitors can make a full family day out by taking the scenic ferry across from Keyhaven, with all Halloween activities included in standard castle admission.
Halloween at Hurst Castle Dates
Schedule and event duration details for Halloween at Hurst Castle:
- Event Dates: Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November 2026.
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM BST daily (7 days a week).
What to Expect at Halloween at Hurst Castle
Key half-term family activities, interactive challenges, and historical features:
- Basement Maze Challenge: Descend deep into the Tudor castle basement to navigate and escape the spooky underground maze.
- Castle Treasure Trail: Roam across every corner of the historic fortress to locate hidden clues and solve the Halloween trail.
- Arts & Crafts Corner: Get creative with hands-on, Halloween-themed arts and crafts activities designed for children.
- Historic Castle Exploration: Explore the 480+ year old coastal fortress constructed by King Henry VIII.
- Keyhaven Ferry Experience: Begin your outing with a coastal ferry ride departing Keyhaven every 20–30 minutes from 10:00 AM.
Halloween at Hurst Castle Tickets
Official ticket options and castle admission prices for 2026:
- Child Ticket (Aged 5–17): From £6.50 per child.
- Adult Ticket: From £9.50 per adult.
- Family Ticket: From £30.00 (Covers 2 Adults and up to 3 Children).
- Under 5s: FREE admission.
- Activity Inclusions: All Halloween activities, the basement maze, treasure trail, and crafts are included in standard castle admission.
Halloween at Hurst Castle Address
Location and travel options for reaching the castle:
Halloween at Hurst Castle Location
Hurst Castle, Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, Hampshire SO41 0TP.
How to Get to Hurst Castle
- By Ferry: Catch the ferry from Keyhaven Pier (SO41 0TP), running daily every 20–30 minutes starting at 10:00 AM.
- By Foot: Enjoy a scenic 1.5-mile walk along the Hurst Spit shingle bank from Keyhaven.
- By Car: Drive to Keyhaven via Milford on Sea; local pay-and-display parking is available near Keyhaven Quay.
Halloween at Hurst Castle Accessibility & Facilities
Visitor amenities and site guidance:
- Historic Site Terrain: The castle features uneven historic surfaces, narrow passageways, and steep stairs in older sections including the basement.
Keyhaven Parking
Parking options near the ferry departure point:
- Keyhaven Quay Parking: Pay-and-display public car park located near Keyhaven Quay and the ferry departure point.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Halloween at Hurst Castle taking place?
- The event runs daily throughout October half term from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2026, between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM BST.
- Where is Hurst Castle located?
- Hurst Castle is located at Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, Hampshire (SO41 0TP), situated at the tip of the Hurst Spit pebble bank.
- How much are admission tickets for Hurst Castle?
- Ticket prices start from £6.50 for children (aged 5–17 years) and £9.50 for adults. Family tickets start from £30.00 (2 adults and up to 3 children), while children under 5 enter for free.
- Are the Halloween activities included in the ticket price?
- Yes, all Halloween activities—including the basement maze, treasure trail, and arts & crafts—are included in standard castle admission.
- How do we get to Hurst Castle from Keyhaven?
- You can take a scenic ferry from Keyhaven Pier (departing every 20–30 minutes starting from 10:00 AM) or enjoy a 1.5-mile walk along the Hurst Spit shingle bank.
- What is inside the basement maze?
- The maze is set deep within the 480+ year old Tudor castle basement, offering a fun, slightly spooky challenge for children and families to navigate and escape.
- What age group is the event suitable for?
- The Halloween event is family-friendly and suitable for visitors of all ages, with dedicated arts & crafts to keep younger children engaged.
- Who built Hurst Castle?
- Hurst Castle was originally built as a coastal artillery fortress by King Henry VIII between 1541 and 1544.
- Is parking available near Hurst Castle?
- Pay-and-display public parking is available at Keyhaven Quay near the ferry departure point.
- Who organises the event?
- The event is hosted and managed directly by Hurst Castle.