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Pumpkin Carving at Lyme Park

Sarah Gaffney-Lang, Families Editor

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Pumpkin Carving

Lyme, Cheshire
24-29 October 2019

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

From £5.50
Three children pumpkin carving at a table
National Trust Images/Rob Stothard
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You can’t beat rolling up your sleeves and getting messy in the pursuit of a scary pumpkin face! Head to Lyme Park this Halloween and join one of their fun, creative pumpkin carving sessions.

Pumpkins and equipment will be provided – just bring yourselves and your spooky imagination.

Note: there are 5 one hour sessions available on each date.

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