Abberton Spooky Species Hunt: Halloween Party in Colchester, Fri Oct 30

Name: Abberton Spooky Species Hunt
Start: 2026-10-30T10:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-30T15:30:00+00:00
Location: Abberton Reservoir

Know before you go

When: Friday, October 30, 2026, 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM (the night before Halloween)
Where: Abberton Reservoir, Church Road, Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets: £8.80
Length: About 5 hours
Ages: Family-friendly
Type: Halloween Party

Details

Which creatures and clues are lurking this half term? Fabulous fungi? Wiggling worms? Even pongy poo? Let's find out!
About this Event

Which spooky species will we find at Abberton this October Half Term? We shall search high and low, looking for bugs, footprints, poo and even pond creatures as we make it our mission to find the creepiest creature we can. We can even make a spooky species of our own to take home.

Suitable for children aged 3-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Can't make this event? We have lots of toad-ally awesome family fun events planned this October half term holiday - find another event here!

FAQs

🎫 Who needs a ticket to attend?

All children participating will need a ticket to attend.

📍Where do we meet?

Please head to the education shelter on arrival. Directions can be given at the front desk

🌳Will the activities take place outside?

Yes, we will be outside for the whole session. We also have an undercover shelter.

🌍Where are you based?

We are based in North Essex, local to Colchester.

🚗Is there parking?

Yes, we have a large free car park.

🥾What should we wear?

Please dress for being outside - lots of layers. If it has been raining, the paths will be muddy and have lots of puddles, so wellies or boots are advised.

🚻Are there toilets?

Yes, we have toilets, including an accessible toilet, in our Nature Discovery Park

☕Is there a Cafe or shop?

The visitor centre has a shop and café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches.

🐕‍🦺Can we bring a dog?

Assistance dogs are welcome at our events.

♿Are there accessible pathways?

Our trail follows one of our accessible gravel paths, so it is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs. There is also ramp access to the shelter

Find out more about Abberton here!

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