A halloween-themed chocolate skull slab created during a Halloween Chocolate Masterclass at York's Chocolate Story

Halloween Chocolate Masterclass in York

  • 26th - 31st Oct 2026
  • Time: 2:15pm
  • Duration: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Adult: £37.50 | Child: £37.50

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There are no tricks, just treats this Halloween half term at York's Chocolate Story. Roll up your sleeves, get creative and make your own spooky chocolate creations in a fun, hands-on masterclass in York, led by our expert chocolatier. It's a great way to spend October half term together, and you take your treats home to share.

An expert chocolatier with a little kid proudly displaying his Halloween-themed chocolate skull slab during the Halloween Chocolate Masterclass at York's Chocolate Story

About the Halloween Chocolate Masterclass

Our Halloween Chocolate Masterclass is a family-friendly chocolate-making experience in York, running on selected days across October half term 2026. Led by our expert chocolatier, you will learn the secrets of chocolate-making and create a selection of spooky treats, from a decorated chocolate lolly to a chocolate skull slab and Halloween truffles. A hot chocolate is included to sip while you work!

The masterclass lasts approximately 1 hour 30 minutes and is recommended for ages 4 and above, making it an ideal Halloween activity for families, friends and young chocolate lovers visiting York this October.

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What to Expect

  • Expert Chocolatier Demonstrations: Learn the techniques behind great chocolate from our chocolatier, who guides you through each step so you can create with confidence.

  • Decorate Your Own Chocolate Lolly: Get creative with a chocolate lolly decorated on a creepy cocoa butter transfer sheet.

  • Create a Spooky Chocolate Skull Slab: Design your own Halloween-themed chocolate skull slab, a showstopper to take home.

  • Fill and Roll Halloween Truffles: Fill and roll your own Halloween-themed truffles for a treat that is as fun to make as it is to eat.

  • Personalise a Chocolate Bar: Add your own finishing touches to a pre-made chocolate bar, perfect for gifting a loved one or devouring it yourself. 

  • Hot Chocolate Included: Enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate while you work, a cosy treat for a chilly October afternoon in York!

An expert chocolatier decorating Halloween specials with a family during the Halloween Chocolate Masterclass at York's Chocolate Story

Plan Your Visit

  • Duration: 1 hour 30 mins approx

  • Location: Central York, within easy walking distance of major attractions. Please see How To Find Us

  • When: Monday 26th, Wednesday 28th, Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October 2026

  • Booking: Advance booking recommended, especially during peak times

  • Age guidance: Recommended for ages 4 and above. Children up to 15 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.

  • Accessibility: This experience is held in our ground floor facility which is not accessible for wheelchair users.

  • Arrival: Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time

  • Dietary Requirements: Please inform us of any allergies or dietary needs before or on arrival by emailing [email protected]

Please note: This experience does not include our Classic Guided Tour. You can add a Guided Tour separately at checkout, so please allow enough time for both experiences

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a fun, hands-on Halloween chocolate-making experience in York, led by our expert chocolatier. You will learn chocolate-making techniques and create your own spooky treats to take home.

You will decorate a chocolate lolly, create a chocolate skull slab, fill and roll Halloween-themed truffles and personalise a pre-made chocolate bar. A hot chocolate is included.

As part of our family-friendly October half term events in York, it runs on Monday 26th, Wednesday 28th, Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October 2026 at 2.15pm.

Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

No, your ticket does not include a Guided Tour, your ticket is for the Halloween Chocolate Masterclass only. If you would like to extend your visit to include a Guided Tour too, please add this separately before checking out - please ensure you allow enough time for both experiences to avoid an overlap.

Yes, we’re happy to accommodate dietary requirements. Please let us know in advance of your Masterclass by emailing [email protected].

All attendees are required to purchase a ticket. This helps us manage capacity safely and ensure a comfortable experience for everyone.

The Halloween Masterclass is recommended for ages 4 and above, to ensure everyone can make the most of the experience. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. Please note that all attendees must have a ticket to take part.

The experience takes place in our ground floor facility which it is not accessible for wheelchair users. You can find more detailed information about accessibility here.

Yes, it is a great family activity in York this October half term. It is recommended for ages 4 and above. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult, and all attendees need a ticket.

At York's Chocolate Story in York city centre. Please see How To Find Us here. 

Alongside the Halloween Chocolate Masterclass, we have other exciting family-friendly October half-term events in York. Take a spooky stroll through the city's streets on the Trick or Treat Trek, or add some Halloween truffle rolling to a classic Guided Tour with Tour & Halloween Truffle Rolling. You can see everything on our October Half Term Events page.

No, under 15s need to be accompanied by a paying adult.

Halloween activities in York

Looking for things to do in York this Halloween? Our Halloween Chocolate Masterclass is one of several family-friendly activities taking place during October half term...

  1. Guided Tour

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    Unwrap York's sweet past!

    Adult £21.00

    Child £19.00 Under 4: Free

    • An immersive Tour through chocolate history
    • Lots of samples throughout
    • Decorate a chocolate lolly
    • Live chocolatier demonstration
    • Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

  2. Tour & Halloween Truffle Rolling

    Little kids decorating their truffles as part of the guided tour and truffle making at York's Chocolate Story

    Top off your classic guided tour with hands-on truffle making!

    Adult £27.00

    Child £25.00 Under 4: Free

    • Includes a Classic Guided Tour
    • Enjoy an additional 15 mins of hands-on chocolate making
    • Roll truffles & decorate with Halloween toppings
    • Personalise and package your creations to take home
    • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  3. Trick or Treat Trek

    Miss Terry and Count Fectionary on the Trick or Treat Trek at York's Chocolate Story

    A sweet tour through York's streets!

    Adult £10.00

    Child £15.00 Under 4: Free

    • Explore the hidden corners of York and uncover mysterious secrets
    • Follow Miss Terry and Count Fectionary as they reveal fascinating tales from York’s past
    • Plenty of laughs, surprises, tricks and treats along the way!
    • Enjoy a fun-filled mix of chocolate treats and spooky surprises
    • Duration: Approx. 1 hour

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