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We're Going on a Ghost Hunt storytelling at Chartwell

Chartwell (National Trust), Westerham · 27 October to 28 October 2026

We're Going on a Ghost Hunt storytelling at Chartwell, from ChartwellImage: Chartwell
27 Oct to 28 Oct

Image: Chartwell

A storytelling session based on the We're Going on a Ghost Hunt books, with the Bunnies of Hoppity Hill searching for ghosts, pumpkins, bats and owls. It mixes story, music and mild spookiness for small children. Sessions run on two days of half term in the Mulberry Room.

Highlights

  • Story, songs and gentle Halloween fun
  • Three short sessions each day
  • Pairs well with the Ghost Hunt trail in the parkland

Good to know

  • Held in the Mulberry Room above the Landemere Cafe, with a lift
  • Ask at the Visitor Centre for directions

Getting there

Chartwell (National Trust), Mapleton Road, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1PS

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