October Half Term: Firework Fairy and Tinkering Troll Trail

Type:Half Term Event

Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum, Barbican House, 169 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1YE

Tel: 01273 486290

Silhouette or castle with fairy and goblin and fireworks

About

Half Term fun at Lewes Castle - here's what's happening:

Firework Fairy and Tinkering Troll Trail - Running daily from Saturday 18th October to Sunday 2nd November.  Explore the castle grounds on a magical self-led adventure!  Search for all 8 hidden fairy and troll houses, and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward for completing the trail.

Discover Lewes Bonfire Night.  Learn about the famous Lewes Bonfire Night celebrations.  Uncover the history behind this unique event and the societies that continue to keep the tradition alive and colour your own bonfire night design.

October Half Term Fun – Included in general admission.  Don't miss the chance to step back in time and celebrate the season at Lewes Castle.  Perfect for family fun during October half term!  As well as this, families can enjoy dressing up as a king or queen, sit down with colouring in sheets and play games in the Gun Garden.

All activities are included in general admission, with donations welcome.

Admission starts at £5.95 for children aged 5+, £10 for seniors and £10.95 for adults, with discounted family passes available.  Essential carers and under 5's go free.  Plus, why not make a day of it and visit Anne of Cleves House too, with combined admission discounts available.

Visitors are invited to come dressed in your favourite Halloween costume too!

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Map & Directions

Opening Times

Season (18 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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