This region of Great Britain is beautiful year round but fall in Scotland is truly unforgettable. Whether you are visting the coastline, the Highlands, or anywhere in between, every setting seems to be straight out of a postcard. With so much history, magic and charm, it’s time for you to start planning your trip. Here’s what you need to know about fall in Scotland.
What better place to celebrate Halloween than in Scotland! My all time favorite holiday. Being able to experience creepy forests, spooky castles, and new, delicious candy, is something I will never forget. And quite frankly, I don’t believe Halloween will ever be the same.
I did some research about the differences in Halloween traditions before our visit and came across some things I had never heard of before. But most things we learned once we got here. Luckily, people in Scotland are very friendly, and didn’t even laugh when we asked how to go trick or treating.
And yes…it was a very awkward question to ask.
When you walk outside, it just feels like Halloween. The atmosphere in Scottish towns and cities is truly enchanting. Streets are adorned with spooky decorations and carved turnip lanterns or elaborate pumpkin displays. *Carved turnips or “Neep Carving” is something I had read about before coming here, and they are so great! They are easier for kids to carve, and their odd shapes make them all so cute and creepy.
Many towns host Halloween events such as ghost tours, haunted house experiences, and community parties. We found a carved pumpkin scavenger hunt through the town of Milngavie. It was the perfect way to explore the town while our daughter pretty much got to trick or treat through the town.
Make sure you check times and dates before arriving! Most of these events are the weekend before Halloween, or a few days before depending on the day it falls on.
