Spooky scavenger hunt

Mon 26 Oct 2026 | 11am - 4pm | St Nicholas Park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 3XT

Can you find all the spooky wildlife hiding in St Nicholas Park this Halloween?

Drop by for non-scary family fun at St Nicholas Park to find out what creatures are lurking in the shadows! Learn ghoulish and grim facts about bats, bugs and deadly plants in this spooky scavenger hunt.

Disclaimer: this is not a scary event! It involves searching for information boards around the site and recording findings against a checklist. Suitable for the whole family, with different difficulty levels to challenge both older and younger children. Recommended for ages 4+.

This is an outdoor event, on a site with some open water. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for the activity and the weather.

Part of our Championing Nature Project, a new programme aimed at creating positive, lasting impact in urban communities through greater connections and engagement with nature. Made possible by Wimbledon and Emirates partnership.

T:  0191 284 6884
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