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UK’s first FREE Secret Santa’s Giving Grotto - an Action for Children grotto with a twist

Action for Children is launching the UK’s first Secret Santa’s Giving Grotto, a grotto experience with a twist where children give a gift rather than receive one.

The magical grotto will open its doors on 29th November and 30th November 2024 , for a two-day event that focuses on generosity and kindness. The experience has been designed as an antidote to the busiest consumer spending time of...

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A Magical Winterland comes to Meadowhall this Christmas

Get ready for a Christmas adventure like no other as Meadowhall unveils its Magical Winterland experience, launching from Friday 22nd November.

Perfect for families and friends alike, the experience will see the centre’s Orange Car Park transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland, promising festive fun for all ages.

Visitors can embrace the Christmas spirit by donning...

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Shaun the Sheep rubs shoulders with giraffes and cheetahs at Bristol Zoo Project

The iconic animated character Shaun the Sheep is heading to the zoo this Christmas for a rather ‘ewe-nique’ festive trail.

The much-loved family favourite is headlining a new family art trail at Bristol Zoo Project, which is near J17 of the M5.

‘Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock’ has just got underway and features 12 giant Shaun sculptures located across the zoo for visitors...

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The UK Kids’ Comedy Festival Announces February 2025 Programme

The UK Kids’ Comedy Festival is the only comedy festival in the UK dedicated to children, young people, and their families. The event takes place alongside the Leicester Comedy Festival , the largest and longest-running comedy festival in Europe. Priority Booking for Best Friends of the Festival opens 30th October, ahead of the general on-sale date of Friday, 1st November, at 10am.

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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’...

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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...