A Halloween day out in Buckinghamshire brought pumpkins, potions, curious creatures and family fun to Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park in 2026. This recap looks back at Hogshaw School of Witchcraft & Wizardry and the activities families could enjoy.
Updated 4 November 2026: this event has finished. Hogshaw School of Witchcraft & Wizardry ran from 24–31 October 2026. Future dates and activities should be checked on the current events page; this recap is not an active booking offer.
A magical Halloween day out for families
Halloween can be one of the most exciting times of year for children, especially when dressing up, pumpkins and a little mystery are involved. Fancy dress was encouraged for the 2026 Halloween day out, so young visitors could arrive as their favourite witch, wizard, creature or character.
The event was created with families in mind, with playful, child-friendly activities and a magical theme. The emphasis was on imagination and discovery rather than scares, giving younger visitors different ways to join in with the seasonal fun.
For more seasonal events and family activities, you can also explore what’s on at Hogshaw Farm.
What was included in the 2026 Halloween day out?
The 2026 Halloween day out ticket included themed activities throughout the day and access to the wider farm park. Each child ticket included a pumpkin to collect from the Walled Pumpkin Patch and decorate in the Herbology Classroom.
Potion making sessions let young witches and wizards mix ingredients and create a bubbling potion to take home. Choosing ingredients, casting a spell and watching the result gave children a hands-on activity and a keepsake from their Halloween adventure.
Families could also enjoy curious creature encounters, birds of prey displays, Wizard School House sorting and Teeny Trinket’s Magical Masterclass. The masterclass brought together comedy, audience participation, circus skills and magical surprises, adding a different kind of entertainment to the programme.
The 2026 event programme included:
- A free pumpkin with every child ticket
- Pumpkin decorating sessions
- Potion making with a free potion bottle for every child
- Curious creature encounters
- Birds of prey displays
- Wizard School House sorting
- Teeny Trinket’s Magical Masterclass
- Halloween photo opportunities around the farm
- Indoor and outdoor play
Activities ran at regular intervals throughout the day, letting families enjoy their Halloween day out at their own pace and explore the farm park between sessions.
The 2026 Walled Pumpkin Patch
No Halloween day out would feel complete without a pumpkin. In 2026, children could join Professor Wurzel, the Head of Herbology, in the Walled Pumpkin Patch to choose one and discover the magical plants around them.
After choosing a pumpkin, children could take it to the glasshouse Herbology Classroom to decorate alongside other wizard school students. The activity gave them time to get creative during their visit, as well as something to take home.
Farm park fun alongside the Halloween day out
The Halloween day out was part of a wider farm park visit. Alongside the themed activities, families could explore the farm, meet farm animals, enjoy animal encounters and visit the indoor and outdoor play spaces.
The farm park covers 44 acres of Buckinghamshire countryside, with plenty of areas for children to discover. Visitors can explore the Animal Barn, Wildlife Zone, Deer Meadow, Creature Corner, outdoor paddocks, Rabbit Walkthrough and Goat Walkthrough.
There is also plenty of space for adventure play, including pedal go-karts, bouncy pillows, adventure playgrounds, sand and water play, and indoor soft play. This makes Hogshaw Farm a great option for October half term, especially when the weather can be unpredictable.
Planning an October half term visit
For practical advice on balancing animals, play and countryside time, read our October half term planning guide. Check the programme for your chosen date, as events, inclusions and timings can change.
Planning your next visit
The 2026 Halloween event has ended. If you are planning a future Halloween day out or another seasonal visit, start with what’s on at Hogshaw Farm and check the latest event details before making arrangements.
For a visit outside a special event, check the current opening times and prices. Standard admission and specially ticketed events can have different inclusions, so make sure the ticket matches the visit you want.
Plan your next visit: check available farm and event tickets. Please use the current listings when booking rather than the expired October 2026 programme.