A spooky day out at Family Fright Fest (AD)

It’s Elsie’s first Halloween and we’re getting into the spirit this year so when we were kindly invited for a spooky day out at Family Fright Fest we couldn’t say no*.

Family Fright Fest is the biggest Halloween event in the North and lucky for us it’s just a 10 minute drive away at Lintz Hall Farm, Burnopfield.

The farm also plays host to Psycho Path – four scare attractions spread over 700 acres of farmland – I’m not sure if I’m brave enough for that though!

Family Fright Fest is more up my street with something for everyone – they’ve planned scares appropriate for all age groups between 1-12.

On Sunday afternoon the sun was shining and we made our way to Family Fright Fest, it’s well sign-posted and there’s car park attendees to help you get a space in the large free car park area.

After a false start (Elsie categorically didn’t want to be in the baby carrier we opted to put her in her pram instead) we then made our way into the venue itself.

We signed in at the till area and were given our wristbands.

You walk straight into the main indoor area Anarchy Arcade where you’re spoilt for choice with food and drinks vendors, there’s classic arcade games and an area for a professional picture as a memento of your day.

Towards the back is the main stage which hosts performances from aerial artists, magicians as well as live music.

After mooching around inside we decided to check out the outdoor attractions.

There are quite a few rides – some for younger children like a little train and tea cups, the ghost train is for children a little older and then there’s some larger rides and trampolines for bigger kids too.

Little ones can head to the spooky tales tipi, visit the pumpkin patch to pick your own, make some Halloween-themed treats at the arts and crafts tipi and enjoy a range of fairground rides.

Most children were dressed up in a variety of costumes and even some of the parents joined in too!

Fancy dress is strongly encouraged, with a professional photography station and daily prizes for the best costumes, and at the end of the day there is a grand parade through the site, joined by all of the characters from the day’s events.

Harry Potter fans can head to the giant yurt which is home to the farm’s very own wizard school. Here you can take part in broomstick training, make your own wands, and the iScream attraction hosts a family-friendly maze throughout the day.

The Family Fright Fest takes place from 11am to 4.30pm on 19, 20, 26, 27 and 31 October, in collaboration with Gateshead College and Metro Radio.

An extra date for Saturday 2 November has just been added 10am-3:30pm.

Children under two go free, with tickets costing £7 for those aged two to 12 and £10 for anyone over the age of 13. A family pass for two adults and two children is also available, for £29.

Your ticket gives you access to a whole new world of Halloween adventure including:

• Fun scare mazes
• Magic shows
• Live bands
• Stage shows
• Pumpkin carving
• Spooky Tales Tipi
• Daily fancy dress prizes
• Fairground rides from white knuckle to little nippers
• A great selection of food and beverage pop ups
• Fun and games Barn
• Professional photography station
• And much much more.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.familyfrightfestuk.co.uk.

700 Acres Ltd also organises the adult scream park, Psycho Path presents Fearground, which takes place at the farm on selected nights until 31 October.

Tickets for Psycho Path start at £25 and those aged 13 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To find out more, visit www.psycho-path.co.uk.

There wasn’t a huge amount for Elsie to do but I can certainly see the benefit for families with toddlers and above. We had a nice afternoon and we’re feeling much more in the Halloween spirit!

A big thank you to the organisers for allowing us free entry in return for an honest review on my blog and social media channels.

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