Winter is upon us and the 2008 season is almost at an end but there's still so much happening in the world of theme parks. From Halloween Hocus Pocus to LEGO^® Star Wars™, the best UK theme parks are closing in style this year!

Scarefest between October 17 and November 2 for those of you brave enough to join the monster mash. With the original Gothic Towers, the Gloomy Woods and a Haunted Hollow, Alton Towers really is the best place for families to enjoy a good old fashioned Scarefest.

Halloween Hocus Pocus this winter. From October 18 until November 2, 2008, there's a whole host of spooky occurrences guaranteed to chill and delight the whole family. Join Dennis the Menace as he embarks on a night of mischief and mayhem, take in one of the new spooktacular shows or simply enjoy the late night ride access.

Star Wars™ on selected dates in October and November. There will be a spectacular display of fireworks, some brilliant LEGO^® Star Wars™ attractions and the chance to ride some of the more popular rides under the cover of darkness.

Fright Nights. Spooky horror mazes and the chance to ride the most extreme rides in the UK in the dark make this a night to remember.

There is so much happening in theme park land over the next month making it a perfect time to wash away those winter blues. Book a theme park break for you and your family with Play and Stay^® and benefit from excellent prices. Stay overnight at a local hotel and visit your favourite theme park from the great price of just £31.25pp*.

If you are planning a theme park break this autumn, take a peep at the park closing dates before booking your trip online or over the phone with Play and Stay.

Theme Park Closing Dates

• Alton Towers: November 2, 2008
• Chessington World of Adventures & Zoo: November 3, 2008
• LEGOLAND Windsor: November 8, 2008
• THORPE PARK: November 9, 2008
• Drayton Manor: November 2, 2008
• Paultons: Selected dates until November 16, 2008
• Camelot: Selected dates until November 2, 2008.

Published By: Jon Lane.

*Lead price based on Camelot park entry tickets and an overnight stay at the Travelodge Preston-Chorley.