South east London is brimming with spooky fun this October half-term, from immersive adventures at Phantom Peak and the Minecraft Experience in Canada Water, to myths and legends-themed activities across Royal Museums Greenwich.
Families can also enjoy Halloween trails at Hall Place and Eltham Palace, or join crafty fun at Shooters Hill Farm — perfect for a frightfully good family day out.
Here are a few of the best things to do in south east London this October half term:
Go on a spooky trail at Phantom Peak in Surrey Quays
Where: Phantom Peak, Surrey Quays Road, SE16 7PJ
When: October 25 – November 9, 2025
Ticket Price: £35 per person
Phantom Peak, one of south east London’s most popular immersive experiences, will be transformed into a spooky Halloween town for Hallowed Peak 2025, celebrating the Lunar Festival with 11 immersive trails, interactive puzzles, and the special Haunted Hunt for extra thrills.
There will be themed food and drinks on offer along with extended opening hours, and a family-friendly atmosphere with activities suitable for all ages.
Blending immersive theatre, escape rooms and real-life video games, this unique experience offers a captivating adventure for families to embark on this Halloween half-term.
Watch a spooky flick at Rooftop Film Club in Peckham
Where: Rooftop Film Club, Bussey Building, 133 Rye Lane, Peckham, SE15 4ST
When: October 11 – November 1, 2025
Ticket Price: From £8 per child
Peckham’s Rooftop Film Club will be bringing fun to new heights this Halloween with its Little Terrors film sessions, with a selection of spooky-but-fun favourites for younger audiences and their families.
Kids can enjoy screenings of Lilo & Stitch and Monsters, Inc. as well as Halloween classic Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas.
The Halloween celebrations continue on November 1 with the Big Mini Monster Mash, a daytime disco filled with costumes, games and treats for just £5 a ticket.
Get immersed into the world of Minecraft at Canada Water
Where: Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, Maritime Street, Canada Water, SE16 7LL
When: October 6 – November 17, 2025
Ticket Price: From £19 per person
The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue in Canada Water is an immersive, real-world adventure where families can step into the world of Minecraft.
Participants will embark on a mission to rescue villagers from a zombie attack, exploring seven themed rooms, gathering resources, and crafting a potion using the “Orb of Interaction”.
Designed for all ages, the experience combines adventure, problem-solving and interactive gameplay, with children under 2 admitted for free.
Enjoy some spooky fun at Queen’s House in Greenwich
Where: Queen’s House, Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NF
When: October 19 – October 30, 2025
Ticket Price: Free, drop-in, all ages and abilities
This October half term, Queen’s House in Greenwich will be hosting a lineup of events themed around myths and legends, from character meet and greets to crafts.
Historical characters meet and greets will take place on Sundays (October 19 and 26) at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm, and craft workshops where the little ones can make kites or shadow puppets will take place on October 28 and October 30.
Families can also pick up self-led trails to explore the galleries and learn about historic objects.
Hear stories and meet the characters on the Cutty Sark in Greenwich
Where: Cutty Sark, King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9HT
When: October 25 – November 1, 2025
Ticket Price: Free with ship entry
Step aboard Cutty Sark for half-term fun inspired by myths and legends.
Onboard this historic tea clipper you’ll meet historic characters including Jock Willis, dockworkers, and Nannie the Witch.
There will also be storytelling sessions about sailor superstitions, ghost stories and hourly events, as well as craft workshops such as “Fun and games at sea” on October 29 and “Ghost ships” on October 30.
Have some nautical fun at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich
Where: National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NF
When: October 26 – November 2, 2025
Ticket Price: Free
Greenwich’s National Maritime Museum will be hosting a lineup of myth and legend-themed activities this half term – and they’re all free.
Events include storytelling by Wendy Shearer on October 27 and October 28, sea monster mask crafting, dragon books, papercraft monsters like the Kraken, mythical sea creature collages, and narwhal tusk activities.
Most events are drop-in with no need to book.
Explore a spooky Halloween trail at Hall Place in Bexley
Where: Hall Place and Gardens, Bourne Road, Bexley, DA5 1PQ
When: October 1–31, 2025 (Garden Trail)
Ticket Price: £3 per trail (includes small prize)
When: October 31, 2025 (ZooLab sessions)
Ticket Price: £12 per person per session
When: October 31, 2025 (Whodunit Dining)
Ticket Price: £55 per person (includes 3-course meal)
Explore Hall Place & Gardens in Bexley with a magical Halloween Garden Trail featuring seven enchanting activities.
On October 31, you can also enjoy ZooLab sessions, along with a spooky Whodunit Dining experience with a three-course meal and interactive mystery-solving fun.
The. Jambs Owls Experience will also be fully decorate for Halloween.
Explore the grounds of Eltham Palace & Gardens
Where: Eltham Palace, Court Road, London SE9 5NP
When: October 25 – November 2, 2025
Ticket Price: Adult £17.70, Child £10.90, Under 5s Free, Senior £15.90, Student £15.90, Family 1 Adult £28.60, Family 2 Adults £46.30, Members Free
This half term Eltham Palace & Gardens will be hosting a spooky Halloween trail with creepy quests, spooky stories, and interactive activities for children.
Performers will bring Halloween to life with games and surprises throughout the day.
Shooters Hill Farm – Autumn Half-Term Activities
Where: Shooters Hill Farm, 331 Shooters Hill, Welling, DA16 3RP
When: October 29 – 31, 2025
Ticket Price: £5–£7
Shooters Hill Farm will be hosting craft and Halloween activities for children.
Some of this year’s highlights include felt flower crafting on October 29 and a creepy creature trail & craft on October 30, both priced at £5 a slot.
There is also a “Halloween with Meg and Mog” event on October 31, with tickets bookable for £7 a child.
