Details about October half-term at Beaulieu 2026 will be available soon, so keep an eye out on our website and social media!

Visitors to October half-term at Beaulieu 2025 had the chance to step into a world of autumn magic where they could uncover enchanting forest folklore and listen to spooky stories in Palace House. Explore fascinating new exhibitions around the attraction, including special displays! There really is something for everyone this October half-term!

And the best part? Have Double the fun, and enjoy two days out for the price of one!

Don't forget your ticket includes entry to all the Beaulieu attractions!

Brand-new trail!

Keep an eye out for the announcement of our 2026 trail soon!

In 2025, visitors could learn about Beaulieu folklore around the attraction, and discover spooky stories as they followed the Forest Folklore and Phantoms Trail. From our atmospheric Beaulieu Abbey, to autumnal gardens and historic Palace House, the trail led them to each area of the attraction.

They could also visit the bothy in the Victorian Vegetable Garden decorated in autumnal splendour to hear about two notable characters from our own Beaulieu folklore: Mary Dore and Witchy White, both said to be able to shapeshift!

Ghost stories in Palace House

Each October half-term inside Palace House, learn the ghost stories which have been told for centuries and experienced by many... can you believe what you see?
Let off steam!

Let imaginations run wild in Little Beaulieu. Lookout towers, magical bookcases, a tricky rope maze and so much more; there’s a secret around every corner…
Phantasmagorical rides

For an extra special addition to your day, look out for one of TV and film’s most iconic cars, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Visitors will be able to book their own ride (additional charges apply, with tickets bookable upon arrival) and take their seat in this ‘fine-four-fendered-friend’ for a spin about the grounds.

*Please note rides cannot go ahead in wet weather conditions

Don't forget to visit...

Name: October Half Term
Start: 2026-10-24T00:00:00
End: 2026-11-01T00:00:00

There are so many attractions included in your ticket!

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National Motor Museum

The National Motor Museum is a must-see during your October half-term visit! From the recently opened display Driven: Britain's Motoring Story, including interactive activities to entertain the kids, to the newly opened In Focus gallery Transmission, there's so much to see!

Palace House

As you visit Palace House during your October half-term trip, meet friendly costumed staff ready to welcome you, discover life in the Victorian kitchen and explore recently opened rooms in the former private side, including the Circus Room!

Grounds and Gardens

Breathe in a breth of fresh air with a walk through our New Forest grounds and gardens, and discover the autumnal plants and crops growing.

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Tickets & prices

Normal admission applies and entry includes admission to all of the Beaulieu attractions including the National Motor Museum, We Had One of Those, Little Beaulieu, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and our stunning grounds and gardens.
Return for free!

With so much to see and do at Beaulieu this summer, visitors can make the most of the return for free offer over October half-term, allowing them and their original guests to come back for an additional visit in the six days after their first visit.

Plan your visit

Caring for our local wildlife

The New Forest National Park is home to some amazing animals and we share the roads with horses, donkeys and more. Please drive carefully on your way to and from Beaulieu.