Four people dressed as ghosts with white sheets and sunglasses stand indoors by a staircase decorated with black and orange Halloween balloons and spider webs. Light filters through a window behind them.

Half-Term Haunts

The Midlands

Half-term is here, and the open road awaits! If your travels take you through the Midlands, why not plan a Lounge stop (or three) along the way?

We’ve listed some brilliant Halloween events happening nearby, plus the Lounges closest to all the action…

 

How does the Lounge Passport work?

Pick up a passport in any Lounge for £3 ✸ Collect a unique sticker each time you visit a new Lounge ✸ Unlock rewards as you collect more stickers – from drinks and snacks to special surprises

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Midlands Monstrous Events

Pumpkins and… Lavender? – Hitchin Lavender

While known for its lavender, Hitchin Lavender grows dozens of different pumpkins and squashes on site, with bright oranges nestled in the purple fields. They’ll be street food and hot drinks available as you wander the idyllic lavender fields.

Nearest Lounge: Cultivo Lounge, Letchworth Garden City (1.8 miles)

 

Horror At Hitchingbrooke House – Huntingdon

Not for the faint of heart, head to Huntingdon to explore the famous haunted grounds in an award-winning interactive horror experience. With 18 sets and over 100 actors lurking around, you might need a stiff drink at Olmo Lounge to calm down afterwards!

Nearest Lounge: Olmo Lounge, Huntingdon (0.7 miles)

 

Halloween at BeWILDerwood – Norfolk

Step into the woods to enjoy spooky fun for everyone! There are Halloween activities such as a spooky disco and shows, a chance to go ‘twig’ or treating and even a glowing light trail!

Nearest Lounge: Rivolo Lounge, Norwich (8.5 miles)

 

Halloween Farm Presents An American Adventure – Cattows Farm

Join an American adventure right in the heart of the Midlands! With activities ranging from traditional pumpkin picking to live Wild West cowboy shows, there’s plenty to explore.

Nearest Lounge: Centivo Lounge, Ashby-De-La-Zouch (3.7 miles)

 

Fright Fiesta – Gulliver’s Land

Gulliver’s is putting on a Fright Fiesta from now until Halloween – with friendly frights and eerie encounters. Join paranormal investigators inside the eerie Grimwood manor, or take part in a spooky sleepover

Nearest Lounge: Verdetto Lounge, Buckingham (11.6 miles)

Two bubble tea drinks sit on a table decorated with small pumpkin and ghost ornaments. Behind them is a glowing green neon sign that reads "Eeek!" and a carved jack-o'-lantern pumpkin. The scene has a Halloween theme.
A person dressed as a ghost in a white sheet and sunglasses drinks bubble tea at a table decorated with small pumpkins and Halloween decorations.
A person dressed as a ghost with sunglasses stands behind a bar, handing a glass of red wine to another person also dressed as a ghost. The bar is decorated with bottles and a festive banner.

Events At Your Local Lounge & Beyong

There’s lots happening around the Midlands, but your local Lounge will be joining the Halloween celebrations too!

Activities our Lounges normally throw include pumpkin carving, dress-up events, Halloween parties and much more.

Head to their socials to find out what’s on near you.

And if you want to see our Half-Term Haunts for other parts of the country, click below.

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A roadside diner named Brightside with a large yellow flower logo, red and yellow awning, and outdoor seating area, photographed at dusk.
A display shelf featuring plush dog toys, travel mugs, and green passport booklets beside a sign reading "Your passport to adventure!" with pricing and a QR code, all warmly lit.
A retro-style diner with striped upholstered booths, wooden tables, and warm orange lighting from hanging lamps. Utensils and napkins are set on the tables, and a mural decorates the wooden-paneled walls.
A person holds open a rewards booklet at a café table, showing a page with the heading "10 ON A ROLL" and text about a breakfast or brunch reward. A glass of orange juice is blurred in the background.
A plate of toast topped with avocado, a fried egg, red onions, bacon, and cheese sits on a yellow table next to a yellow cup of tea, a red mug of coffee, cutlery, and a blue notebook.
On the road this half-term?

Stop By Brightside

Brightside Roadside Dining are also part of the fun, so stop by for a five-star pit stop and pick up their very own unique stickers.

You can expect all-day brunch, sourdough pizzas, activities for kids and a Spooky Sundae just for Halloween.

If you’re heading to or through the East Midlands, Brightside Ram Jam is on the A1 Northbound near Stretton, and if you’re heading down South, we also have three locations in Devon & Cornwall – Honiton, Exeter and Saltash.

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