Looking for an exciting outdoors activity with a spooky twist this October half-term? Halloween Pumpkin Shooting returns to the New Forest from Saturday 24th to Saturday 31st October 2026! Hosted at Hazel Copse Farm in Beaulieu (as well as Hartford Woods), these action-packed 90-minute archery sessions transform standard targets into ghosts, ghouls, vampires, and zombies. Designed for archers aged 8 and above, participants receive expert coaching before taking aim in competitive games—culminating in decorating pumpkins and watching them go “splat” during the grand finale shooting challenge! With daily session slots at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM BST, tickets are £30.00 for adults and £23.00 for children (including Halloween candy for all participants).
Halloween Pumpkin Shooting Dates
Schedule and session timing details for Halloween Pumpkin Shooting in the New Forest:
- Event Dates: Saturday 24th October – Saturday 31st October 2026.
- Daily Session Times:
- Morning Session: 10:00 AM BST
- Midday Session: 12:00 PM BST
- Session Duration: 90 minutes per session.
What to Expect at Halloween Pumpkin Shooting
Key activity highlights and spooky archery features:
- Spooky Target Shooting: Take aim at custom Halloween-themed targets featuring vampires, ghosts, ghouls, zombies, and werewolves.
- Pumpkin Splatting Challenge: Decorate your target pumpkin before taking aim in the grand finale shooting challenge to watch it go “splat”.
- Top-Notch Coaching: Friendly, step-by-step instruction from expert archery instructors catering to complete beginners and experienced archers alike.
- Sweet Treats: Complimentary Halloween candy included for all participating little monsters.
Halloween Pumpkin Shooting Tickets
Official ticket pricing and booking guidelines:
- Adult Ticket (17+ years): £30.00 per person.
- Child Ticket (Ages 8–16): £23.00 per person.
- Equipment & Inclusions: Ticket price covers all necessary archery equipment, 90 minutes of range instruction, targets, pumpkin challenge, and candy.
- Pumpkin Limit Notice: Due to environmental wastage policies, pumpkins are limited to one per target structure for the 2026 season.
Halloween Pumpkin Shooting Address
Location and route information for New Forest archery ranges:
Halloween Pumpkin Shooting Location
Hazel Copse Farm, Beaulieu, Hampshire SO42 7WA (Main venue site; sessions are also available at Hartford Woods).
How to Get to Hazel Copse Farm
- By Car: Located off the B3054 near Beaulieu in the New Forest, easily accessible from Southampton via the A326 and B3054.
- By Public Transport: Taxi service is recommended from nearby Brockenhurst Railway Station or Totton.
Halloween Pumpkin Shooting Accessibility & Guidelines
Important visitor and safety information:
- Age Restriction: Suitable for participants aged 8 years and above.
- Outdoor Range Clothing: Participants should wear comfortable, warm outdoor clothing suitable for autumnal weather and closed-toe footwear.
Hazel Copse Farm Parking
Parking facilities at the meeting point:
- On-Site Farm Parking: Free dedicated vehicle parking is available directly at Hazel Copse Farm for all booked archers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Halloween Pumpkin Shooting taking place?
- The activity runs daily from Saturday 24th October to Saturday 31st October 2026, with session times at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM BST.
- Where is Halloween Pumpkin Shooting located?
- Sessions take place primarily at Hazel Copse Farm, Beaulieu, Hampshire (SO42 7WA), with additional sessions available at Hartford Woods.
- How long is each Halloween archery session?
- Each spooky archery session lasts 90 minutes.
- How much are tickets for Halloween Pumpkin Shooting?
- Tickets are £30.00 for Adults (17+) and £23.00 for Children (ages 8–16).
- What is the minimum age required to participate?
- The activity is catered to adults and children aged 8 years and above.
- What is included with the ticket price?
- Tickets include 90 minutes on the range, all necessary equipment, expert instruction, Halloween-themed target shooting, pumpkin challenges, and Halloween candy for kids.
- How many pumpkins does each target get?
- Due to environmental wastage policies, pumpkins are limited to one per target structure for the 2026 season.
- Do I need prior archery experience?
- No prior experience is necessary. Friendly, expert instructors provide step-by-step guidance from basic technique to building shooting confidence.
- What should participants wear for the session?
- Participants should wear comfortable, warm outdoor clothing suitable for autumn weather and sturdy closed-toe shoes.
- Is parking available at Hazel Copse Farm?
- Yes, free customer parking is available directly on site at Hazel Copse Farm.