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Family fun: Spooktacular

Carve out some family time

Try something a little different this Halloween, with a half-day of pumpkin picking, carving and cooking at Lainston House. 

We'll kick things off by letting the kids explore the kitchen garden and search for the perfect squash to make their own. Together you'll draw and carve spooky or silly faces, just in time for the trick-or-treaters later on. 

From there we'll show the kids how to make some cupcakes and encourage their unhinged imaginations to take the reins for decorating these spooktacular sweet treats.

And the best bit? You get to take home the carved pumpkins and all the treats for later. 

*The price includes one adult and up to two children over 7 years old. Please note that an adult will need to be in attendance to supervise children at all times.

What you'll learn

  • Pumpkin carving
  • Making pumpkin scones
  • Piping designs

What you'll make

  • Unique carved pumpkins
  • Pumpkin scones
  • Decorated pumpkin cookies

What you'll get on the day

  • Tea, coffee and pastries on arrival 
  • All ingredients and equipment for the class 
  • Use of a woodfired oven between two participants 
  • A head full of knowledge from our experts 
  • Class recipes, so you can easily replicate at home 
  • Soft drinks throughout the day 
  • Season cookery school apron 
Duration: 10am - 1pm
Price: £95 / family*
Dates: 31 Oct 2025

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