Highworth set out its Halloween plans on Monday 5 October 2026, when Swindon24 reported that Highworth Town Council was organising a full day of events for Saturday 31 October.
The Halloween market
The day was to begin with a themed version of Highworth's regular Saturday Market, from 8am to 2pm. For families the plans included:
- a best carved pumpkin competition
- a family trail
- wand making
- autumn collage
A separate competition was to judge the best decorated window on the High Street. Visitors were encouraged to come in fancy dress, and seasonal refreshments were to be available through the morning and early afternoon.
The ghost tours
Two Highworth Ghost Tours were planned for the evening, at 6.30pm and 8pm, each lasting about an hour. They were for adults only and would involve a moderate amount of walking.
Tickets were a minimum donation of £5 from the Highworth Town Council office, with all proceeds going to the Mayor's Charity, The Roxi Foundation. The tours were sponsored by Haunted Shadows Paranormal.
Fireworks
The report added that Highworth's fireworks display would follow on Friday 6 November.
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Source: Swindon24.