Step Back in Time This October Half Term
Looking for plans this October half term?
24 October - 1 November
Join us for a journey into the myths and superstitions of Black Country history. Meet intriguing characters, uncover old customs and explore the traditions, beliefs and folklore that once shaped community life.
October Half Term - Myth's & Superstitions
- 24th Oct - 1st Nov 2026
- 10am - 5pm
Tickets
Save this half term by booking your tickets in advance online for 10% off:
Adult (16+ Years)*
£27.95
Young person (3-15 Years)*
£15.50
Child (0-2 Years)
£0.00
Myths and Superstitions
From black cats to magpies, to spilling the salt or walking under a ladder - there are superstitions a'plenty in the Black Country! Take part in intriguing activities that explore tradition, superstition and myths throughout history. From Mining mysteries to Wedding lore, which beliefs do you still hold today?
Meet the Wedding Party
Help our Matron of Honour as they prepare for their best friends' big day, searching for wedding essentials and discover the customs and superstitions that surrounded weddings in the past.
Encounter a Village Witch... or is she?
Meet an intriguing woman offering mysterious cures and advice. Hear tales of superstition, witness lively disagreements and discover how beliefs in luck and misfortune shaped everyday life. Is all as it seems?
Learn About Funeral Traditions
Meet the village undertaker and discover historic funeral customs, penny policies and the traditions people followed to prepare for life's final journey.
Already have an Unchained Annual Pass?
Then good news, you can come back to see us for free!
Don’t miss out! Get the date in your diary, grab your tickets, and get ready for a summer of proper good, old-fashioned fun.
What to Expect
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What Do You Believe?
Have you ever touched wood for luck or avoided stepping on cracks? This October Half Term, step into a world of myths, traditions and superstitions.
Explore the fascinating beliefs that influenced everyday life in the Black Country and decide for yourself which stories are fact, fiction... or something in between.
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A Taste of the Past
Grab a taste of the bostin' best of the Black Country and tuck in to some of delicious food and drink served from a variety of authentic period outlets.
Dive into our famous fish and chips from Hobbs' & Son Restaurant, or grab a taste of tradition with locally-made pork pies, hot meat cobs, and faggots with mushy peas from Marsh & Baxter. Afterward, put your feet up and cool down with a refreshing, ice-cold drink from the Bottle & Glass Inn.
Plus so much more to choose from!
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Museum Favourites
Don't forget, you've got a whole 29 acres to explore while you're here, here are a few of our visitors' favourites...
- Hop on our vintage transport are take a trip through the decades
- See incredible live demonstrations and discover the Black Country's industrial heritage
- Sit back and enjoy a silent comedy movie at our 1920s Limelight Cinema
- Enjoy all the fun at the fair
