The Critter Creep
Follow the twisting woodland path beneath ancient branches and meet the friendly creatures glowing among the roots.
Scotland's Premier Halloween Woodland Light Trail
Thursday08OctSunday01Nov
Ancient trees, over 1,000 glowing pumpkins and pure Scottish Samhain magic
Family and dog friendly. Over 1,000 pumpkins across 16 themed zones. Marshmallow toasting, zero jump scares and no strobe lighting, in a real Scottish woodland.
Step out of the noise
and into the whispering woods
As the Scottish twilight rolls in, the centuries-old trees and winding estate paths of Vogrie Country Park wake into a glowing woodland wonderland.
Journey through 16 handcrafted, themed zones bursting with over 1,000 hand-carved glowing pumpkins, dramatic forest illuminations and enchanting set designs tucked under Vogrie’s famous exotic tree canopy.
- 1000+Glowing pumpkins
- 16Themed zones
- 50minWoodland trail
- 19Nights only
What is waiting in the woods?
Follow the trail. Find the magic.
From friendly ghosts and giant woodland spiders to glowing creatures and a mystically lit estate graveyard, every turn reveals a new scene.
The Walled Garden
Step into a hidden garden of warm lantern light, carved pumpkins and gentle Halloween magic.
The Moonlit Pond
Keep watch at the water’s edge. There are curious eyes in the moonlight, but nothing here is waiting to scare you.
Witches Hollow
A cauldron bubbles away inside a hollow ancient tree, with carved pumpkins keeping watch at the roots.
The Woodland Walk
Festoon lights strung between the branches, lanterns along the path, and a signpost pointing the way to the toad crossing.
Spooky, never scary
Family friendly
Gentle spooky wonder
Flickering glows, magical soundscapes and set designs built for wide eyes, not nightmares.
Zero jump scares
Nobody in the bushes
Absolutely no scare actors lying in wait to traumatise your toddlers, or your grandparents.
Pure nature
A real Scottish wood
Ancient trees, winding earth paths and Vogrie’s famous exotic canopy overhead the whole way.
Every glow is really there
Hundreds of durable, reusable faux pumpkins, hand-carved by our team and brought back to life year after year. All the art, none of the rotting sludge.
When the forest glows
08 Oct — 25 Oct
Thursday to Sunday nights
26 Oct — 01 Nov
Every night for Halloween week
- Gates open17:30
- Last entry20:30
- Gates close21:30
- Site clear22:00
Tickets
Entry runs in 30-minute arrival windows, so the trail never feels crowded. Arrive during your slot and we will scan you straight in. Booking is online only.
| Ticket type | PeakFri & Sat | Off-peakThu & Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £18.00 | £17.00 |
| ChildAges 4 to 12. Under 4s go free. | £14.50 | £13.50 |
| Family Pass2 adults and 2 children | £59.00 | £55.00 |
| Single Parent Pass1 adult and 2 children | £44.00 | £41.00 |
- Peak nights are Friday and Saturday.
- Off-peak nights are Thursday and Sunday.
- Every night of Halloween week, 26 October to 1 November, is priced as peak.
- Parking is £3 per car and goes straight to Midlothian Council.
Plan your night
Getting here
Vogrie Country Park
Near Gorebridge in Midlothian. Check-in sits beside the main estate car park and toilet block, a short walk from the trail start.
On-site parking costs £3 and goes directly to Midlothian Council for the year-round care of the park.
Open in MapsWhat to wear
Dress for a Scottish wood in October
- Sturdy boots or wellies
- Warm layers
- Waterproofs
- A cosy woolly hat
Leave the crisp white trainers at home. The event runs in rain.
Accessibility
Most of the trail, honestly described
Pushchairs and all-terrain wheels are great across the whole route. All main paths are hard-surfaced.
Wheelchairs and power chairs can follow most of the trail, but Vogrie is a natural, historic estate. Certain sections have slopes and steeper inclines that may prove tricky for a standard manual chair without an assistant.
Message us at hello@vogriepumpkinforest.co.uk and we will give you the exact lowdown on gradients.
Food and fire
Warm your hands under the stars
Hearty local Scottish street food, steaming hot drinks and open fire pits ready for marshmallow roasting. Award-winning artisan pizza from Dough LaLa, alongside a strong line-up of local traders. A portion of profits from every marshmallow goes directly to The Yard, supporting disabled children and young people.
Rooted in Midlothian
A local Scottish event, made in true partnership with our community, our local creatives and our countryside.
Lighting and production
Kelburn Garden Party crew
We brought in the lighting and production team behind the Kelburn Garden Party to turn the ancient forest canopy into a glowing wonderland.
Inside Vogrie House
The Bubbling Toad
The folk at The Bubbling Toad sit right inside historic Vogrie Country House. Together we offer an optional Halloween add-on experience inside the house during the event.
Accessibility partner
The Yard
The Yard advised us on making the woodland trail as welcoming as possible. A share of profits from every marshmallow sold at our fire pits goes straight to their work with disabled children and young people.
Estate and grounds
Midlothian Council
We work hand in hand with the council estate team on sustainable waste management and on protecting the park’s remarkable tree collection.
Award-winning local food
Dough LaLa Pizza
Award-winning artisan slices from local legends Dough LaLa, alongside a strong line-up of local food and drink traders.
Event partner and sponsor
Luxury Cart UK
Their support and their fleet keep our team moving across the estate, so setup, operations and visitor support run smoothly every night.
Before you ask
01Why Vogrie Estate
Vogrie Country Park is a stunning, historic Midlothian estate filled with mature exotic trees, winding earth paths and rich local nature.
We are local, we are outdoors, and we offer an authentic, immersive autumn night out under a real forest canopy.
02What about dogs
Four-legged family members are very welcome. Well-behaved dogs on leads can join you along the trail.
Bring poop bags, though. Even the forest ghosts do not like stepping in surprises.
03Can I buy tickets at the gate
Advance online booking is required. Once a slot is capped, it is capped, so book ahead to avoid disappointed faces at the gate.
04What if I arrive late
Do not panic. We ask everyone to stick to their time slot where they can, but our team will always do their best to slip late arrivals into the next available slot.
05What if typical Scottish weather strikes
We are hardy Scots. A bit of drizzle will not stop the glow, and the event runs in rain or light weather.
Your safety is non-negotiable, though. We check Met Office updates daily at 08:00 and 12:00. We will only cancel if winds exceed 45mph, severe flooding occurs, or Amber or Red warnings are issued.
06What happens if you have to cancel for severe weather
If safety forces us to shut for an evening, we will contact you by email by 12:00 that day.
You will be offered your choice of a free date transfer or a 100% full refund. Zero hassle.
07Are there flashing strobe lights
No. We use atmospheric, twinkling and steady LED illuminations to light the trees and displays. No harsh strobe lighting is used anywhere on the trail.
08Can I take photos and videos
Absolutely. Photography and social sharing are highly encouraged, and we would love to see your photos.
We just ask that if you are using a professional camera setup, you avoid flash photography, so the ambient lighting stays magical for everyone else on the trail.
Grab your wellies
19 nights only. Timed slots sell out. Pick your night before the woods fill up.
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