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Bubbling Potions and Spooky Science – Halloween Spooktacular at Larmer Tree Gardens
2 November 2025 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Little witches, wizards and mad scientists are invited to Larmer Tree Gardens this November for a spellbinding day of spooky family fun.
The much-loved Halloween Spooktacular returns on Sunday 2nd November 2025, running from 10am to 4pm. This year’s highlight is the brand-new Spooky Science Show, packed with bubbling dry ice, smoking potions and magical experiments to wow children and parents alike.
Alongside the science spectacular, families can enjoy spellbinding potion-making crafts and a spooky woodland trailthrough the enchanting Larmer Tree woods.
Perfectly located for families from Salisbury, Wimborne, Blandford, Shaftesbury and beyond, Larmer Tree offers plenty of free parking and a beautiful setting for a magical day out.
🎟 Tickets: £10 children | £5 adults & concessions | Under 2s free
👉 Book now via Eventbrite – this event sells fast! – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/larmer-tree-spooktacular-tickets-1634653575849?aff=erelexpmlt
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