Watermouth Castle Unleashes Descend Into Darkness

 A Bigger, Darker and More Twisted Experience Than Ever Before.

This Halloween, North Devon’s Watermouth Castle invites fear-seekers and horror fans to Descend into Darkness - an immersive and utterly bone-chilling scare event running on selected nights from 17^th October to 1^st November 2025. Prepare for a night of terrifying thrills and teeth-chattering chills...

With five immersive zones filled with live actors, shocking special effects and pitch-black terror, guests will navigate a nightmare world of gore, suspense and hair-raising encounters. This year, the experience is bigger, darker and more twisted than ever before.

Two New Scare Zones for 2025

Two brand-new scare zones join the line-up this year - Bad Barnyard and The Z Factor.         

• Bad Barnyard - Nightmare-inducing farmyard creatures lurk in the shadows, step carefully as every creak, squeak and squeal is a nightmare waiting to consume you.

• The Z-Factor - An outbreak has brought the undead back to life and they’re hungry for more than just your brains. Can you make it to the other side?

These brand-new horrors join three returning fan favourites:

• Cursed Forest – Deep in the shadowed woods, ancient fears awaken. Tread carefully through the Cursed Forest where whispers echo through the trees as unseen horrors close in around you.

• The Haunted Castle – Foolish mortals, step into a twisted nightmare that only the bravest of souls will escape.

• Carnival of Clowns – Roll up, roll up - a feral fairground freak show of twisted laughter and manic menace has made its blood-curdling return.

When the sun goes down and darkness cloaks the castle, Watermouth Castle transforms into a playground of horror. This event is not for the faint-hearted: children under 12 are not permitted, and those aged 12–16 must be accompanied by an adult. Expect jump scares, gore, total darkness and intense live performances designed to push you to your limits.

Enter if you dare... With trembling terrors lurking around every corner, only the bravest can make it through Watermouth Castle’s blood-chilling scare event, Descend Into Darkness. Whether you’re a spooky season regular or a Halloween newcomer, Watermouth Castle will leave you with haunting memories and spine-tingling tales for years to come.

Don’t miss out on Devon’s ultimate Halloween event. Rally your crew, summon your courage and embrace the darkness at Watermouth Castle’s Descend Into Darkness.

Too Scared for Descend Into Darkness? Try Our Daytime Spooktacular Family Fun

Families can still get into the Halloween spirit at Watermouth Castle this Halloween with their daytime spooky family fun event, running daily from 25^th October to 2^nd November 2025, 10:00am to 4:00pm. Packed with fang-tastic fun for all ages, follow a spooky Halloween Trail, hunt for mischievous gnomes and collect magical crystals in the gardens. With all activities included in admission, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a spell of spooky fun without the blood-curdling screams.

Extend Your Visit with a Short Break

Escape the playground of horror and extend your stay in Watermouth Castle’s on-site accommodation. Book a spooky short break and spend the night inside the castle itself.

Watermouth Castle is open until 1^st November 2025. Tickets start from £30pp when booked in advance online. For more information and to book, visit: www.watermouthcastle.com/events/descend-into-

 Watermouth Castle Unleashes Descend Into Darkness - Its Most Terrifying Halloween Yet Featuring Brand-New Frights

 

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Westward Ho! and Bideford Art Society Annual Open Exhibition

The Westward Ho! and Bideford Art Society (WHOBIDARTS) Annual Open Exhibition returns to The Burton at Bideford later this month.

Founded in 1922, WHOBIDARTS' annual exhibition has been held at The Burton since 1954 and it remains the Society's most important event and showpiece, featuring work in a range of media.

The annual show gives artists from across the South West the opportunity to see their work exhibited at The Burton. The exhibition is open to members and associates of the Society as well as non-members, with over 300 artworks on display and available to purchase.

Come along to experience works by some of the top artistic talents in the region, with the opportunity to take home your favourite.

Image Credit: Jenny Smy, Headland II. Winner of the Ken Doughty Prize 2024. 

Westward Ho! and Bideford Art Society

Annual Open Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates

Saturday 27th September – Sunday 2nd November 2025

*Free entry*

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For more details about WHOBIDARTS see their website at whobidarts.co.uk 

Storybook Magic: Winnie the Pooh Lunch Delights Edenmore Residents

What began as a simple Mad Hatter’s Tea Party for World Book Lovers Day in 2024 has led to the creation of The Edenmore Book Club, led by Home Admin Sarah Dullaghan, offering moments of connection and comfort for residents, fondly referred to as family members.

Each book club meeting involves Sarah reading a chapter of a book aloud, surrounded by themed decorations and food throughout the home that the whole team get involved with! In the past, family members have enjoyed timeless classics such as Peter Rabbit, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Paddington, with the latest example being Winnie the Pooh for World Book Day.

A Community Effort

This year’s Winnie the Pooh afternoon was made even more special with generous donations from the Ilfracombe community, with Winnie the Pooh soft toys being gifted to the home. Family members were encouraged to sit back, close their eyes, and enjoy the storytelling over a glass of nosecco (alcohol-free sparkling wine), creating a relaxed and engaging atmosphere.

Shared Memories

Many family members shared how the event brought back ‘happy memories’ of reading Winnie the Pooh to their own children and grandchildren. Sarah reflected on the impact of these gatherings, saying, ‘Their smiles and reactions brought the story to life for me!’’

More Than Just a Book Club

The Edenmore Book Club is about more than just reading, it’s a space for sharing stories, reminiscing, and creating meaningful moments together. Held in the main lounge, it remains easily accessible to all, where family members can choose to be involved in the activities, reinforcing the home’s commitment to recognising the values, beliefs, and identity of each person who calls Edenmore Nursing Home their home.

 

 For more about life at Edenmore Nursing Home, 

visit: www.edenmorenursinghome.com