Spooky season creeps up on one popular Clare castle
GET READY for spooky season in one historical Clare castle this Halloween, as it creeps closer.
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is to host its biggest Halloween celebration yet, when Monsters, Misfits and Mayhem take over the castle grounds from Saturday, October 28 to Monday, October 30.
The 26-acre visitor attraction will get transformed later this month, with a variety of interactive events and shows scheduled, such as the Haunted Train for children of all ages to get a tour of the castle grounds, Halloween-themed games at the Golden Vale Farmhouse and even a witch trial, which will see Ardcroney Church transformed into a courthouse for the event.
“Castles and historical monuments have long been associated with spooky goings-on and this Halloween Bunratty Castle is no different,” said Marie Brennan, Events Manager at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.
“We’ve added some new and interesting features, such as the tortuous Bed of Nails in the Castle Torture Chamber and upstairs, the creepy castle guides will tell the story of the deadly dungeon and monstrous murder hole, while in the courtyard, all must beware of the grim executioner who will set you in stocks if you’re not careful!”
Ms. Brennan concluded by saying that this year’s programme is “guaranteed to thrill and terrify the entire family.”
‘Monsters, Misfits and Mayhem’ takes place from 10.30am to 1.30pm, and 2.00pm to 5.00pm each day from Saturday October 28, to Monday October 30.