Glow Wild 2024 at Wakehurst: A Magical Winter Event
Event Overview Running from 28th November 2024 to 1st January 2025, Glow Wild at Wakehurst, West Sussex, is a spectacular winter lantern trail hosted by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Each year, this immersive event captures the magic of nature through beautifully crafted lanterns and light installations, transforming Wakehurst’s woodlands and gardens into an enchanting
Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn
Spook-tacular Halloween fun Get ready for a spine-tingling experience this Halloween at Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn in Staffordshire. From Sunday, October 26 to Friday, October 31, the Playbarn transforms into a thrilling Halloween wonderland, perfect for families looking for a fun-filled spooky adventure. Family-friendly thrills and chills Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn has plenty of treats in store,
Free things to do with kids this October half-term
As half term approaches, many parents are on the lookout for ways to keep their children entertained without breaking the bank. Fortunately, there are plenty of free activities that can help make the holiday fun and memorable. Here are some creative ideas for how to entertain your children over half term 2024 for free. 1.
Warwick Castle at Halloween: Haunted October Half-Term Fun for the Whole Family
Looking for the ultimate family-friendly Halloween adventure this October half-term? Look no further than Warwick Castle, where from 26th October to 3rd November, the historic fortress transforms into “The Haunted Castle” for a week of eerie excitement, live shows, and interactive attractions. With over 15 spooky experiences, Warwick Castle promises a thrilling Halloween adventure for
Fantastic Family-friendly Shows
The Paddington Bear Experience London County Hall Created by The Path Entertainment Group in collaboration with The Copyrights Group (a STUDIOCANAL company) and Lionsgate, Copyrights’ agent for experiences, this unique and fun-filled multi-sensory interactive adventure featuring Paddington and the beloved Brown family, will span more than 26,000 square feet of London County Hall on the Southbank. Visitors are
Top 10 Most Instagrammable Pumpkin Patches to Visit This October 2024
Photo: Cotswold Farm Park As autumn paints the landscape with warm hues, it’s the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. October invites us to explore vibrant pumpkin patches, where the air is crisp, and the scenery is bursting with colour. With this in mind, the houseplant experts at Beards
Autumn crafting: 5 ways to get the Denby Pottery Village experience at home
Get crafty with clay trinkets A key aspect of the Denby Pottery Village is getting stuck in and crafting your own clay homeware, from plates and bowls to home decor. Whilst not quite as thrilling as working on a potter’s wheel, you can capture the element of working with clay at home and make a
Spooktacular October half-term fun at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Get ready for a magical, spooky, and enchanting October half-term at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR). From 26 October to 3 November, the award winning heritage railway invites families to create unforgettable Halloween memories with a fantastic lineup of free activities, where Kids (aged 0-15 years) Travel Free. This year, visit the stations along
Watch with Baby at Picturehouse Review
Almost as soon as our baby was born, a colleague told me about Watch with Baby at Picturehouse. As any parent knows, finding baby-friendly activities can sometimes be a challenge, but this cinema experience offers something different from playgroups and meet-ups. The Watch with Baby screenings are specifically designed for parents and carers with babies
Barbican Family Film Week 2024:
A half-term treat for young film lovers The much-loved Barbican Family Film Week returns this October half-term, Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November. An exciting line-up of children’s films from around the globe, including UK premieres, previews, and family-friendly activities. Fun for all ages Family Film Week kicks off on Saturday 26 October with
Diwali Festival of Light
Diwali, the Hindu festival of light taking place at the end of October, why not immerse yourself in British South Asian Culture with the brilliant not-for-profit, Arts Council Funded and FREE! DESIblitz Literature Festival taking place in Birmingham from 19th October – 2nd November 2024. CHILDREN’S EVENTS Highly acclaimed and award-winning author, Salma Zaman will
Discover London with Tootbus: A Fun Family Day Out
Looking for a unique way to explore London with your family? Hop on board the Tootbus London Discovery Tour and enjoy an unforgettable sightseeing experience! With an open-top bus, informative commentary, and the freedom to hop on and off at key attractions, Tootbus offers the perfect family-friendly adventure around the city. Explore London’s Iconic Sights
Get Ready for a Spooktacular Halloween with B&M!
Halloween is just around the corner, and B&M has everything you need to transform your home into a haunted haven! From spine-chilling decorations to eerie lighting and spooky props, you can create the ultimate Halloween atmosphere for your family and trick-or-treaters alike. Let’s explore some of the best Halloween decorations B&M has to offer. Spooky
Spooky Fun Awaits at Beaulieu this October Half-Term!
This October half-term, get ready for a frightfully fun family adventure at Beaulieu! From 26th October to 3rd November, visitors of all ages can enjoy a range of autumn-themed activities designed to keep the whole family entertained. Plus, with Beaulieu’s popular return for free offer, you can enjoy double the fun with two days out
Fun Palaces pop up
Fun Palaces pop up across the UK for a weekend of creativity and community From 4-6 October, the Fun Palaces 10th anniversary of this national celebration of culture sees hundreds of free events, inviting locals to join in and express themselves. A diverse range of Fun Palaces They take over spaces ranging from village halls
Blenheim Palace Pip and Posy in Adventure Play this October
Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site, Blenheim Palace has announced that it will be partnering up with Magic Light Pictures, the award-winning producers of Pip and Posy to launch an immersive trail in its family themed attraction Adventure Play from 1st October to 3rd November. Pip and Posy is a series of British children’s picture books
Top 10 most popular Halloween costumes
The UK’s leading fancy dress company reveals 2024’s Morph Costumes, the UK’s leading fancy dress company and independent family business, has today revealed the most popular costumes for men, women and children based on sales and searches. For men, the most popular costumes to be purchased and worn at Halloween include the Grim Reaper, Skeleton,
Digital pacifiers don’t help development
Digital pacifiers aren’t helping your child’s emotional development – here’s what to do instead It’s all too easy to reach for a smartphone, tablet, or TV when your child is having a meltdown. Digital pacifiers may offer instant relief, but they’re not a long-term solution. In fact, they could be making it harder for your
Black History Month at Southside Shopping Centre
This year’s Black History Month will be marked with a series of free community activities at Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth. Renowned artist Kay Rufai is bringing his S.M.I.L.E-ing BOYS PROJECT to Southside’s upper mall as a month-long photography exhibition, starting on 1 October. Inspired by his mission to empower young black boys through the arts,
Ignite Your Imagination: Soar with Dragons this October Half-Term at The Story Museum!
Located in the heart of Oxford, The Story Museum is renowned for its unique approach, celebrating stories and storytelling in all forms through a series of immersive gallery spaces and experiences. This October half-term, families are invited to enjoy a range of dragon-themed events, such as designing a 3-D Dragon brain; testing their wits in