Halloween events in Preston 2020: spooky activities near me - from pumpkin picking and walks to ghost tours

The Tier 3 rules in Lancashire currently restrict the mixing of households indoors and outdoors in hospitality settings or private gardens, as well as restricting meetings in outdoor spaces to six.

But don't worry, there are still plenty of ways to safely enjoy Halloween as we creep ever closer to the spookiest day of the year.

Here are the Halloween events near you - including pumpkin picking, spooktacular walks and ghostly tours - if you have an event planned and would like it featuring email [email protected]:

Spooktacular Halloween Woodland Walk at Bartle Hall

This free spooky woodland walk is suitable for all the family, with surprises round every corner and chances to win prizes.

The walk is free with coffee and cake, served 10am - 11.30am, or with lunch served after 12pm. Coffee and cake is served on a first come first serve basis.

The walks take place every day until Monday November 2 (excluding October 29) between 9.30am and 4pm.

You can find Bartle Hall in Lea Lane, Bartle, Nr. Preston. PR4 0HA - for more details visit the website

Trick or treat at Ribby Hall Village

The fancy dress self-led Halloween adventure is full of hidden secrets and mystical stories, as well as spooky surprises and treats - perfect for the whole family.

Events will be taking place this Thursday, October 29 and Saturday, October 31 between 5.30pm - 6.30pm and 6.30pm - 7.30pm each day.

Tickets are from £8, and you can book them via the Ribby Hall Village website hereYou'll find Ribby Hall on Ribby Road, Wrea Green, PR4 2PR

Pumpkin picking at Old Holly Farm

This is the first year that Old Holly Farm has opened their Pumpkin to the public.

Tickets are still available for the three bookable sessions only while stocks last, and must be bought in advance via the Old Holly Farm website.

Entry tickets are available at £3.50 per person which includes entry to the open farm and a complimentary hot drink or ice cream.

You can find the farm at Cabus Nook Lane, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1AA

Halloween Dress up with the Owls - Turbary Woods

With trick or treating cancelled this year, you don't need to let your spooky outfit go to waste.

Turbary Woods' sanctuary are inviting you to visit the birds of prey in your best fancy dress, where there will be flying displays, fairy doors, and photo opportunities with the owls.

The events will be taking place this weekend from Friday, October 30 until Sunday, November 1 between 10.30am - 4pm.

Tickets and from £5, and there is no need to book.

Find them at 92 Chain House Lane, Whitestake, Preston PR4 4LB