Allotment Halloween Pumpkin Trail Returns for Eighth Time
Thousands expected at spooky event in Northfields
London’s oldest allotments are also its spookiest
October 16, 2024
Ghost, ghouls and gardeners will be back at Northfields Allotments for the eighth Halloween Pumpkin Trail.
Thousands of people are expected to attend this massively popular event which this year takes place on Saturday 26 October from 3pm-7pm.
As London’s oldest (and it is claimed spookiest) allotments you are invited to experience an evening filled with carved pumpkins, witches’ grottos, spooky skeletons, and ethereal spirits.
Discover the characters within an original World War Two Bunker and glimpse into the past of the 150-year history of the site. You will find people from past and present around the plots.
There will be homemade cakes and tea, fresh produce from the allotments, a barbeque, and the event’s renowned mulled wine.
If you plan to visit after 5pm, you are advised bring a torch as some areas can be quite dark. Dogs on leads are welcome, but werewolves are politely asked to refrain from howling to avoid disturbing the neighbours.
The trail is not necessarily ideal for relaxation
A buggy park will be provided but visitors are urged to leave buggies at home if possible due to narrow and uneven paths. The gates will close promptly at 7pm.
“We love welcoming local families back to the site each year,” says Christina Fox, Chair of the Ealing Dean Allotments Society. “While we enjoy creating new spooky attractions, I particularly look forward to seeing our visitors in their creative costumes and makeup.”
Tickets are now on sale and will be timed to reduce waiting times. Prices remain the same at £1 plus booking fee. Visit the website www.ealingdean.co.uk for more information and book tickets here.
Previous Pumpkin Trails have attracted up to 8,000 visitors, many in costume. Northfields Allotments, established in 1832, is a significant historic site and a cherished part of Ealing’s natural heritage.
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