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Stumped for half-term activities? Four fun city breaks you can take with the kids

By Julian Hirst, Busbud in Europe

The October half-term holiday is rapidly approaching. Trying to keep our kids from sitting and staring at screens for the duration of the break means finding as many family-friendly activities as possible. That’s not always easy, especially when you’re catering to a variety of tastes and preferences. Things can get even more challenging when you don’t have a...

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October half-term at the Natural History Museum

Meet the animals that lived alongside dinosaurs, hear stories from a life-like T.rex, take guided tours and visit the Museum out-of-hours

This October half-term, those searching for rainy day activities for all the family, or a free green space to make the most of any October sunshine, should look no further than the Natural History Museum. From 26 October to 1 November , children and their...

October half term with the National Trust in Devon

Across Devon, National Trust places are gearing up for October half term as the trees slowly turn to copper and the pumpkin harvest begins. There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained this October half term, from apple celebrations to spooky Halloween trails, and storytelling to silent disco beach cleans.

What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you...

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Matilda The Musical is returning to Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2026

THE INTERNATIONLLY ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION IS COMING TO THEATRE ROYAL PLYMOUTH IN 2026

It was announced today (08 October 2024) that the Royal Shakespeare Company’s smash-hit production of Matilda The Musical , based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, will embark on its second major tour of the UK and Ireland in October 2025.

The internationally renowned musical - which continues to play to...

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Spooktacular new trail at The Donkey Sanctuary this October

There’s a new spooky adventure awaiting visitors at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth this October.

The Trick or Trot Halloween Trail is the perfect excuse for getting the family out in the autumnal air to explore the sanctuary and search for pumpkins that hide a trick or treat for the resident donkeys.

By guessing what is a trick or treat for the donkeys, this...

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The Bucket & Spade Café to Host Spooktacular Children's Halloween Party

If you’re looking for a ‘fang-tastic’ venue to celebrate Halloween with the children, head to the Bucket & Spade Café on Thursday, 31st October. Located in the heart of Shaldon, this family-friendly café will provide a fun and safe environment for local children and their families to celebrate Halloween. (Tickets £10 per child) www.thebucketandspade.com

The party, which will run...

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Spooktacular family fun at London Zoo this Halloween half-term

Boo at the Zoo Saturday 19 October – Sunday 3 November 2024

For Halloween fun that’s hairy-but-not-too-scary, families can head to London Zoo this October half-term for Boo at the Zoo .

The fun kicks off at the eerie Halloween hub in the Wildlife Garden, where kids can enjoy spine-tingling Halloween-themed activities. Our Pumpkin Patch awaits, where little ones can pick their own...

Visit Christmas in Bournemouth and experience one of the UK’s best FREE Christmas events this festiv

CHRISTMAS ON BOURNEMOUTH'S SOUTH COAST RETURNS!

Christmas in Bournemouth is back and offering an immersive experience like no other. Covering 300,000 sq ft, this fun-filled Christmas wonderland spans The Square, historic Bournemouth Lower Gardens and the town’s famous beachfront to offer one of the best Christmas experiences in the south.

This year’s Christmas in Bournemouth will feature the Christmas Tree Wonderland light trail,...

FREE CHILDREN’S MUSIC LESSONS AT MEADOWHALL THIS SUMMER

This summer, Meadowhall will be hosting a free music club to provide a fun-filled season of music, games, and creativity for children aged between 4-7 years.

In partnership with Sheffield’s Harmony Music School, the sessions will take place every Tuesday morning on the Upper Oasis Mezzanine from 30th July at 9:30am and 10:20am until 27th August.

The Kids in Harmony Holiday...

Meadowhall Hosts Family Creepy Crawly Event in Aid of The Eden Dora Trust

Meadowhall is celebrating its new charity partnership with the Eden Dora Trust with a special creepy crawly event for families today (Friday 26th July).

The event will take place from 11.00am – 4.00pm. at the Giving Box (upper arcade opposite Lindt) and will see the Trust host a creepy crawly petting zoo for children to enjoy as they kick start the summer holidays.

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Summer fun begins at Whiteley with princess and superhero visits

Families will have the chance to meet some of their favourite superheroes for free at Whiteley this summer.

With six pop-up sessions running throughout July, visitors can meet a whole range of different superhero characters, from a mermaid princess to a spider hero, and tinker fairy.

The princess and superhero meet and greets will be held around the centre and on the stage,...