Join the Old Royal Naval College this October half term for an array of chocolate-themed family activities, from the downright delicious to something

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Join the Old Royal Naval College this October half term for an array of chocolate-themed family activities, from the downright delicious to something a little spookier. Inspired by the Chocolate House exhibition, you are invited to learn about the history of drinking chocolate, with an extra dash of spookiness.  

NOTE: Children must always be accompanied by an adult (1 adult per 4 children).

Programme:

Hot Chocolate Lolly Making Workshop - Book Now
Venue: Visitor Centre
Workshop Time: 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm [Duration: 1 hr]
Tickets: £3.50 (adults & children), concessions available
Try your hand as a master chocolatier. Led by our expert friends from the Chocolate Museum you will learn about the history of hot chocolate, whilst trying different types of chocolate. Plus, you will get the chance to make your own hot chocolate lolly, ready to savour at home in a mug of hot milk.  
* Pre-booking is strongly encouraged as there are only a limited number of tickets available.
* Suitable for 6-14 years olds

Spooktacular Storytelling - [Drop-in, first come first served]
Venue: Visitor Centre
Time: 11:15am, 12:15pm and 2:15pm [Duration: 30mins]
Tickets: £3.50 (adults), free (children)
Gather around for a family-friendly spooky story. Lear how chocolate has been used for dastardly deeds and discover untold tales about the ghoulish side of Greenwich.
* Suitable for 6-12 years olds

The Great Chocolate Pumpkin Activity Trail 
Venue: Visitor Centre
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tickets: £3.50 (adults), free (children)
Pick up a free trail booklet from our Visitor Centre desk, and hunt for the pumpkin clues whilst learning about ghostly traditions through the ages and creepy chocolate facts. Once you discover the secret word, claim your Halloween-treat prize!
* Suitable for 6-8 years olds

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Hot Chocolate Lolly Making Workshop£3.50 per ticket
Spooktacular Storytelling£3.50 per ticket
The Great Chocolate Pumpkin Activity Trail£3.50 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Facilities

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Children

  • Children welcome

Map & Directions

Choctober Half Term

Type:Halloween Event

Visitor Centre, Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN
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Tel+44 (0)20 8858 2154

Opening Times

Choctober Half Term (31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Hot Chocolate Lolly Making Workshop (31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Thursday11:00 - 12:00
13:00 - 14:00
15:00 - 16:00
Spooktacular Storytelling (31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Thursday11:15 - 11:45
12:15 - 12:45
14:15 - 14:45
The Great Chocolate Pumpkin Activity Trail (31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Thursday10:00 - 17:00

Awards

  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

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