Autumn in Britain: Activities and best places to visit

Walk in the footsteps of ancestors as you get up close to the ruined fortress walls of Dunnottar Castle, overlooking the North Sea.

This spine-tingling tour brings Dracula’s chilling story to life, featuring special effects, animations and actors.

Explore the vast estate by cycling or walking, with woodlands and grasslands allowing you to escape into nature.

Hidden beneath the Royal Mile, this secret warren of houses and shops dates back over 400 years.

With 10 live-action shows, professional storytellers and atmospheric sets, this is like travelling through time.

Prepare to get spooky as you embark on a tour around Durham city’s dark past.

Hiking, biking, horse riding – however you choose to get around, the Yorkshire Dales is made for adventures.

Discover the darker side of Tenby’s history on this supernatural tour, filled with ghosts, murder and more.

A horror-themed bus trip with plenty of laughs — this is one ghoulish city tour!

Prepare yourself for a chilling journey through Chester’s streets as you embark on a ghoulish tour, through the ‘wicked old rows’ and ancient cobbled streets.

Join Dr Dorian Deathly on an after-dark tour of one of England’s most haunted cities to discover its spine-chilling history.

Is this Wales’ most haunted castle? Join a ghost tour and find out.

Step inside a 19th-century prison, to discover what life was like in the cells – and perhaps even spot a ghost…

Dare you stay at one of Scotland’s most haunted pubs?

Witness 800 years of history at St Briavels Castle, famous for its enormous Edwardian gatehouse.

From the dungeon to the torture chamber and the castle’s resident ghosts, you’re guaranteed a terrifying day out.

Walk through 1,000 years of history, climbing the Tower and descending into the crypt, at one of Oxford’s oldest and most haunted buildings.

With moonlit walks, workshops, stargazing and more, celebrate the International Dark Sky Status of the North York Moors.

This annual gourmet gathering features over 60 food producers, chefs and experts.

Celebrate local food and drink at the popular Broadstairs Food Festival, in the beautiful Kent seaside town.

The UK’s oldest annual literary festival, welcoming over 600 writers, politicians, poets and actors.

One of the world’s biggest LGBTQIA+ film festivals, this cultural celebration takes place in October.

Head to Canterbury for its vibrant three-week festival of music, events, talks and science in the historic heart of Kent.

Join in with the celebration at the UK’s biggest comic art festival, Thought Bubble, in Yorkshire.

Held in the pretty village of Denholm, this annual autumn festival celebrates all things folk music.

Every spring and autumn, the seaside town of Whitby transforms into an incredible gothic gathering.

Take your pick from folk, classical, rock and soul gigs – many of which are free.

Don your heavy eyeliner and black leather for Whitby’s proud celebration of all things gothic.

Get stuck into whiskey tastings, artisan food markets and salmon suppers of every description.

Heavy metal fans will flock to the Damnation Festival, a two-day celebration of metal in the BEC Arena, Manchester.

See the South Bank come alive with writers, journalists and creative thinkers in this 11-day festival.

Transforming one of London’s spectacular parks, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland offers a festive paradise in the heart of the city.

Featuring murder, scandal and the theft of a diamond necklace, this is no ordinary train journey...

This former prison is a spine-tingling setting for ghost walks, Halloween nights and after-dark tours…

From headless bishops to haunted pubs, these tours have just the right balance of history and hilarity.

Take a coast-to-coast journey into the past on this historic 84-mile (135km) hike, following in Roman footsteps.

This long-distance trail boasts some of the most picturesque and invigorating coastal scenery in Britain.

Crossing open moors, lofty peaks and forest-lined lochs, the West Highland Way serves up 96 miles (154km) of invigorating hiking.

There are countless hiking routes through Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park, but this is one of the most accessible.

Step into this multi-sensory museum detailing the history of Frankenstein, complete with an 8-foot animatronic monster, then try your hand in the spooky escape room.

Delve beneath the surface for spectacular caves and legendary tales. Traverse through eight chambers and try the caving experience!

Did you know that Nottingham is home to Britain’s biggest network of caves? Step inside the city's hidden history on this underground tour.

From walking trails to folk festivals, outdoor yoga classes, medieval battle re-enactments and a 1,000-year-old ‘Major Oak’ tree, explore this historic forest.

Explore four impressive show caves, with film screenings, live concerts and boat trips – all underground!

Cruise through underground tunnels to discover fossils, wildlife and relics of the Industrial Revolution.

Gaze in awe at Castlerigg Stone Circle, one of the most dramatic of its kind in the UK.

This sea cave is formed of hexagonal columns – just like the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland.

Step into Scotland’s history at this mysterious stone circle – thought to be an ancient burial ground.

Experience the magic of this multicultural city at one of the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India.

With its wild woodlands, coastline and hill-free terrain, the New Forest is ideal for a cycling break.

Discover the South Downs by walking, cycling or playing in the Queen Elizabeth Country Park in Hampshire.