Can you solve this summer’s a-maize-ing mystery?
A giant maize maze adventure for the whole family. Opening on the 18th July and running to September 27th.
Something very strange has happened at Pensthorpe…
The legendary Golden Corn Cob, the centrepiece of this year’s Grand Harvest Celebration, has been eaten! All that’s left is the stalk, a handful of clues and a very puzzled Chief Detective Hootz the Owl.
Now it’s over to you.
Step into our giant maize maze and become a detective as you follow a trail of evidence, eliminate suspects and uncover the truth behind The Great Cornspiracy. Search for clue boards hidden throughout the maze, examine the evidence and decide which of our unlikely suspects could be responsible.
Was it the clever Wood Mouse? The hungry Badger? A Roe Deer? Or someone else entirely?
Only your detective skills will crack the case.
Included with your day admission, The Great Cornspiracy is an interactive family adventure designed for detectives of all ages.
As you navigate your way through the towering maize, you’ll:
- ? Explore our giant living maize maze
- ? Help Chief Detective Hootz solve the mystery
- ? Discover clues hidden throughout the maze
- ✅ Eliminate suspects using the evidence you uncover
- ? Solve the mystery before reaching the finish
Whether you’re racing each other to the exit or carefully piecing together every clue, it’s a fun-filled adventure that’s packed with surprises.
Opening on 18th July and running to September 27th.
Upcoming Events
The Pensthorpe Pumpkin Festival
From 23rd October to 1st November, join us for The Pensthorpe Pumpkin Festival – our biggest autumn celebration yet, bringing together pumpkins, family activities, picture-perfect autumn moments and a new spooky twist on our much-loved maize maze.
23/10/2026
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Pumpkin Festival After Dark (Family Night)
The Pumpkin Festival is staying open after dark – and the whole family is invited! ?
Wrap up warm and join us for a special evening adventure as we light up the Pumpkin Festival, maize maze and outdoor play for a family night unlike anything else this October half term.
There’ll be pumpkins to choose and carve, a maze to brave, fire performers to watch and plenty of opportunities to play and explore after the sun goes down.
29/10/2026
5:45 pm – 9:30 pm
Pumpkin Festival After Dark (Adults Only Night)
For one night only, we’re opening The Pensthorpe Pumpkin Festival After Dark exclusively for grown-ups, giving you the chance to experience our autumn event after sunset.
Grab your partner, round up your friends and join us for an evening of pumpkins, fire, food and after-dark adventures.
30/10/2026
5:45 pm – 9:30 pm
