Halloween at the Old Hall: The Lost Crystal at Tatton Park

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Halloween at the Old Hall: The Lost Crystal

26-31 October 2021

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Halloween at the Old Hall: The Lost Crystal at Tatton Park
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Looking for a family-friendly Halloween adventure? Join Rusticus Arts for The Lost Crystal at Tatton Park‘s Medieval Old Hall.

Suitable for all ages – not a fright night in sight…

Explore Tatton’s ancient grounds this Halloween. Take a magical quest around the Old Hall and help the wizards search for the lost crystal. Meet a ghastly array of weird and wonderful characters as you embark on an immersive journey through the woodland. Seek out the secret clues, dust off your broomstick and practice your flying skills before setting off to recover the lost crystal.

Hone your broomstick skills this Halloween at Tatton Park. Image credit: Rusticus Arts.

An immersive theatrical journey through curious forests and the Tatton’s historic Old Hall.

Suitable for all ages – not a fright night in sight – this 90 minute open-air Halloween show combines a self-led trail, fun activities, and interactive performance to create a unique, unmissable, and spooky experience.

So, this Halloween, grab your best wizarding cloak, sprinkle a bit of magic and enjoy this immersive theatrical journey through curious forests and the Tatton’s historic Old Hall.

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