Embrace the spooky autumn season with the Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods at Itchen Valley Country Park from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2026! Located in West End near Southampton (SO30 3HQ), this outdoor family trail takes place as winter creeps across Hampshire and the veil between worlds grows thin. Witches, vampires, and werewolves have been spotted hiding deep within the ancient forest. Young explorers are invited to team up with the Green Man—guardian of the forest—to help protect the country park from spooky fiends. Trail packs cost just £3.00 per child and include an activity trail book, a commemorative sticker, and a pencil. You can collect your trail sheet directly from the Woodland Café daily between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM BST, offering an easy and affordable Halloween activity across the half-term week.
Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods Dates
Schedule and operating hours for the Halloween Trail at Itchen Valley Country Park:
- Event Dates: Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November 2026.
- Trail Sheet Collection: Available daily from the Woodland Café between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM BST.
- Park Opening Hours: Park grounds are open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM BST.
What to Expect at Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods
Key highlights and activity details for young explorers:
- Woodland Quest: Team up with the Green Man, guardian of the forest, to protect the park from witches, vampires, and werewolves hiding in the trees.
- Interactive Trail Sheet: Follow clues through the scenic woodland paths to discover hidden spirits and solve Halloween puzzles.
- Souvenir Pack: Every £3.00 trail pack includes a dedicated trail activity book, a commemorative sticker, and a pencil.
- Autumn Outdoor Adventure: Enjoy the crisp autumn air across 440 acres of water meadows, ancient woodland, and country park landscapes.
- Family Amenities: Combine your trail walk with visits to the outdoor play areas, Go Ape courses, and the Woodland Café for seasonal refreshments.
Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods Tickets
Pricing and trail pack details:
- Trail Sheet Price: £3.00 per child (Includes activity trail book, sticker, and pencil).
- Park Admission: Park entry is free (standard vehicle parking charges apply).
- Purchasing: No advance booking is required; pick up trail sheets directly from the Woodland Café on arrival.
Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods Address
Location and travel routes to Itchen Valley Country Park:
Itchen Valley Country Park Location
Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton, Hampshire SO30 3HQ.
How to Get to Itchen Valley Country Park
- By Car: Located off Allington Lane in West End, easily accessible from Junction 7 or 5 of the M27; follow signage for Itchen Valley Country Park.
- By Public Transport: Local bus services connect Southampton and Eastleigh to West End, with stops located near Allington Lane.
Itchen Valley Country Park Accessibility & Facilities
Site amenities and accessibility information:
- Accessibility: Main surfaced pathways, the Woodland Café, visitor center, and main play areas are fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
- Visitor Facilities: Woodland Café, indoor seating, outdoor play areas, picnic areas, public toilets, and baby changing spaces.
Itchen Valley Country Park Parking
Parking information for visitors:
- On-Site Parking: Extensive pay-and-display customer parking available on site (ANPR camera system in operation; standard country park parking rates apply).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Halloween Trail – Spirit Of The Woods running?
- The trail runs daily from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2026. Trail sheets are available to pick up from the Woodland Café between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM BST.
- Where is the event located?
- The event takes place at Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton, Hampshire (SO30 3HQ).
- How much does the trail sheet cost?
- Trail packs cost £3.00 per child, which includes a dedicated trail activity book, a commemorative sticker, and a pencil.
- Do I need to book tickets in advance?
- No advance booking is required. You can simply turn up and purchase trail sheets directly from the Woodland Café on arrival.
- Where do I collect the trail sheet?
- Trail sheets can be collected from the Woodland Café inside the park between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM BST daily.
- What is the theme of the Spirit Of The Woods trail?
- Children team up with the Green Man, guardian of the forest, to explore the woods and protect the park from witches, vampires, and werewolves.
- Is park entry free?
- Yes, entry to Itchen Valley Country Park is free, though standard pay-and-display vehicle parking charges apply.
- What age group is the trail suitable for?
- The trail is designed for families and children of all ages, offering a fun outdoor Halloween walk through the woodland.
- Is the trail pushchair and wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, main surfaced pathways around the park and visitor center are accessible for wheelchairs, buggies, and pushchairs.
- Who organises the Halloween Trail?
- The event is hosted and organised by Itchen Valley Country Park (Eastleigh Borough Council).