Are you wondering what to do when schools break up for the Autumn half term? We’ve rounded up a few great family activity ideas and things to do in Bristol, Bath & South Wales for this coming Halloween & half term.
Bristol
If you need to head indoors the M Shed is displaying over 100 spectacular images from the renowned wildlife photography competition from the Natural History Museum.
https://www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/m-shed/whats-on/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-2017/
Are you ready for a Spooktacular Halloween at Wild Place Project this Halloween? From the 21st – 29th October your whole family can spot all the magical creatures in the shadows.
http://www.wildplace.org.uk/whats-on/halloween-spooktacular
Bath
All aboard! Avon Valley Railway Spooky Half Term Trains which will be offering FREE rides for children in fancy dress.
http://www.avonvalleyrailway.org/events/spooky-half-term-trains/
Are you brave? Make it to the end of Prior Park’s spooky trail and you will win a prize, but watch out for the giant Halloween Bats!
https://visitbath.co.uk/whats-on/halloween-trail-p2340383
Don’t forget that you can pick your own pumpkin from thousands at Farrington’s Farm Shop Spookley Pumpkin Festival from the 21st – 31st October 2017.
http://farringtons.co.uk/spookley-pumpkin-festival-2/
South Wales
Watch some Halloween classics like Ghostbusters, Hocus Pocus & Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride in Cardiff’s Castle underground cinema or enjoy the Ghostly Knights around the Castle grounds.
http://www.cardiffcastle.com/whats-on/
‘Jump’ out of your skin at Go Scare Halloween Party at Go Air Trampoline Park Cardiff on the 26th, 27th or 28th October 2017.
https://www.goairtrampolinepark.co.uk/
Or try something different!
Get a bird’s-eye view of the Autumn explosion of colours, from a hot-air balloon over the woods and countryside, this unique family adventure is possible for anyone over the age of 7 years old. Flights with Bailey Balloons take place till the end of October across Bristol, Bath & South Wales. Your flight will include Champagne or Orange Juice on landing, and a personalised flight certificate and of course amazing views. In flight photos can be purchased to commemorate your family adventures. Book yours here: