Strange and Spooky at The Museum of Somerset

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This autumn and winter there are spooky goings on at the Museum of Somerset with thrills and challenges round every dark corner.

During October half term, from Monday 29 October to Friday 3 November, the Museum will run Mystery Trails offering perplexing puzzles and mystifying mind-benders for children and families. Trails cost £1 per child or there is a special family back pack trail at £5 per family.

The Museum will be open for Halloween on the spookiest night of the year, Wednesday 31 October, from 5.30 pm. There will be eerie family crafts and activities and Halloween-themed treats in the café. Visitors can dress up if they dare!  Entry is £3 per person or £10 for families.

‘Strange Tales’ takes place on Friday 16 November and offers an evening tour of the Museum exploring the remarkable folklore associated with the Museum collections. Booking is required and costs £10 per person.

‘The Witching Hour’ tolls at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 27 November, when Jonathan Goodwin reprises his role as ghost-story writer MR James for a one-man show of unsettling tales of antiquarian terror. Booking is required and costs £9.50.

Susie Simmons, Visitor Services Manager at the Museum, said: ‘We’re delighted to be hosting such a range of spooky events for all the family as the nights draw in. We look forward to welcoming everyone who’s brave enough!’