Canal Museum offers Halloween tours through Islington Tunnel
Themed boat trips run for three days in late October, including a special 'Scream Tea' option.
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The Canal Museum, located near King’s Cross, is offering Halloween-themed excursions through the 200-year-old Islington Tunnel. These special tours will take place over three days, from 29 October to 31 October 2026.
Themed Canal Tours
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Visitors will embark on the tour at the museum before a brief talk on the boat. The journey then proceeds into the Islington Tunnel, designed for small groups with seating available on the outside of the boat. The museum states that the tunnel is not dark or scary, as a floodlight illuminates the brickwork and the exit is visible.
During the Halloween period, the tours will feature ghost stories and appropriate decorations. The canal trips are scheduled to run at 11:00, 12:00, and 14:00 each day. Additionally, a 'Scream Tea' option is available at 15:00, which includes a Halloween-themed cream tea and lasts slightly longer than the standard tour.
Ticket Information and Museum Access
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For the standard tunnel tours, adult tickets for individuals aged 16 to 64 are priced at £17.50. Concession tickets are available for £15.50, and child tickets for those aged 0 to 15 cost £11.25. The 'Scream Tea' experience is priced at £26.75 for adults, £24.50 for concessions, and £19.50 for children.
All tickets purchased for the Halloween tours include entry to the Canal Museum. The museum is situated approximately a ten-minute walk from King’s Cross station, making it accessible via public transport.
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+When are the Halloween canal tours taking place?
The Halloween-themed canal tours through the Islington Tunnel are scheduled to run for three days, from 29 October to 31 October 2026. Tours depart at 11:00, 12:00, and 14:00, with a special 'Scream Tea' at 15:00.
+How much do tickets for the canal tours cost?
Adult tickets for the standard Halloween canal tours cost £17.50. The 'Scream Tea' option, which includes a themed cream tea, is priced at £26.75 for adults. Concession and child prices are also available.
+Does the ticket include entry to the museum?
Yes, all tickets for the Halloween-themed canal tours include entry to the Canal Museum. The museum is located near King's Cross station, a ten-minute walk away.
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