Old Warty's Halloween Family Fun Night

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Looking for a spooktacular way to celebrate Halloween with your family? Look no further than Ryton Pools! Join Old Warty the Witch and her friends for an evening filled with Halloween fun and games, including a ride on the ghost train, the Halloween Teddy Hospital, and Old Warty's Haunted Garden. You'll also have the chance to explore the Zombie Garden, Bat Cave, Clumsy Ranger trail, and other areas during the evening.

But that's not all! Bring your own carved, named pumpkin to put out in Old Warty's Pumpkin Patch and participate in the visitors' judging competition. The winner will receive a prize and be announced on Facebook after the event. Don't forget to bring a torch, a teddy to patch up in the hospital, and your carved pumpkin if you want to enter the competition.

And you won't have to worry about going hungry, as Farmers Fayre in the Park will be open all evening selling hot food and Halloween treats at an additional cost. This event is perfect for children aged 4 years or older, who must be accompanied by an adult. But note that only ONE ADULT PER CHILD will be allowed on the ghost train to keep queue times down.

Booking is essential, so don't delay! The cost is £10 per child, and adults and car parking are free. This Halloween, make unforgettable memories with your family at Ryton Pools!

CHILDREN’S EVENTS: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where do we meet?

• Check-in will be at the Witches' Hovel (in the Visitors Centre). PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE YOUR TICKETS WITH YOU!

Do I have to pay for parking?

• No, Parking is free for this event only

What’s included?

• All Activities, train ride (only 1 adult allowed per child), entry to pumpkin competition

How long is the event?

• 2 hrs

When do I need to pay?

• Full payment and your booking is taken by Eventbrite (there is a booking fee)

Will I get my money back if I cancel?

• It depends on how long before the event that you cancel. Please see the refund terms and conditions.

Can I bring my dog?

• We do not allow dogs on our events

Do I need to book?

• Yes, pre booking is essential

What is the age requirement for children’s events?

• This event is aimed at 4-12yr olds. Children under 5 will need more supervision undertaking some of the activities. If you have children above the age range, give the rangers a call on 02476 305592 at Ryton Pools Country Park or 01827872660 at Kingsbury Water Park and they can advise you on suitability. Generally, everyone is welcome.

Do I have to stay?

• All children on the event must be accompanied by an adult or over 18.

How many adults do I need to bring?

• Ratios: We require the following adult to child ratios, 1 adult to 3 children (Under 5’s will need more supervision on some activities)

What should the children wear?

• Activities involve going outside, children need to be suitably dressed for all weathers. Fancy Dress is encouraged for this event!

What happens if there is a weather warning?

• We may have to alter your outside activity if there is a weather warning in place, but we will do our utmost to carry on with mitigations in place or provide an indoor activity (if possible). If we cancel your event due to extreme weather, we will offer you an alternative date for the event or provide you with a refund.

PRIVACY NOTICE

Our general customer privacy notice is available on our website here:

https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/privacy

We can also supply a copy to you if you email or write to us at Kingsbury Water Park, Bodymoor Heath lane, Sutton Coldfield, B76 0DY

We will only collect, use and store your personal information in accordance with data protection law. We need to collect personal information about you in this booking form (such as your name and contact details) so that we can arrange your event and contact you about it.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS

How to make payment

• Payment is taken on Eventbrite at the time of booking

Cancellation by you

• You may cancel your booking via Eventbrite at any time. You will be entitled to a full refund (minus Eventbrite’s booking fees) up to 1 day before your activity.
• Refunded tickets: Refunds will include the ticket price less the Eventbrite fees (which consist of the payment processing fee and the service fee combined).
• Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable, so they won’t be returned to the ticket buyer unless the event is cancelled, or if the buyer requests a refund for a duplicate charge within 7 days of purchase.
• Refunds for non-attendance by customers at events are not accepted

EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Services provided

We will provide the event in accordance with the description.

Cancelled and postponed events by us

(a) We reserve the right to cancel your event at any time due to events beyond our control (such as bad weather or staff shortages). In the unlikely event that we cancel your booking, we will offer an alternative date or provide you with a full refund (unless the reason for the cancellation is due to your breach of these terms & conditions) refunds will be for the entire purchase – that includes the ticket price and the Eventbrite fees.

(b) We will not be liable to pay you any compensation (other than refund of amounts paid by you) as a result of cancellation under any circumstances.

Safety and behaviour

(a) You are responsible for the children’s behaviour and safety at all times during the event.

(b) You are responsible for ensuring that the adult to child ratios

are met. If you do not bring enough adult helpers, we reserve the right to stop the activity and you will not be entitled to a refund.

Ratios: We require the following adult to child ratios, 1 adult to 3 children (Under 5’s will need more supervision on some activities)

(c) If we reasonably believe that anyone’s safety is being compromised during the event, we may stop the activity. If this happens, we will not refund any of the cost of the activity to you (unless the safety issue has arisen due to something that we have done or failed to do).

Parking and closure of the park

(a) Your booking does not include car parking, you will need to pay and display.

(b) Our parking machines take card payment only, they do not take apple pay or payment via mobile phones.

(c) Please look on the web site for opening and closing times of the park.

Changes to your booking

(a) You may not transfer your booking to another person

Complaints

If you have a complaint about your booking or the services provided by us, please contact us in the first instance (contact details above). If we are unable to resolve the issue to your satisfaction, we have a complaints handling process which is available on our website at: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/councilcomplaints. We can also provide a copy of the policy on request.

Law and jurisdiction

These terms are governed by English law, and you can bring legal proceedings in the English courts.

Event Host

Warwickshire Country Parks