Harpenden Farmer's Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month. Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available including: Meats, pies, sausages, game meats; Preserves - pickles, jams and honey; Cheeses; Vegetables; Dry herbs and spices; Flowers and plants; Fresh bread, cakes and pastries; Eggs; Organic produce.

OLAF FALAFEL'S STUPIDEST SUPER STUPID SHOW

Winner of the Best Kids' Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival

After a sell out run at last year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy.

The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and even funnier! Join Olaf Falafel (if that is his real name) for an hour of kid's comedy which will be the stupidest he has ever let trickle from his brain. Expect jokes, poos on pogo sticks, more jokes and truth-telling cheese. There will definitely be a time-travelling portal to the future, some farts and a live drawalong.

Be there or be a dodecahedron!

✨ **THE GARBA IS BACK!** ✨
Harpenden Hindu Association warmly invites you to join us for an afternoon of music, dancing, colour and community at our Sharad Poonam Garba

🌸 **SHARAD POONAM GARBA** 🌸

📅 **Sunday 25th October 2026**
⏰ **2–5pm**
📍 **Harpenden Academy**
**25 Vaughan Rd, Harpenden AL5 4EL**

🎉 **FREE EVENT — EVERYONE WELCOME!** 🎉

Bring your family and friends, dress up in your favourite traditional attire, grab your dandiya and come ready to dance! 🪘💃🌈

Whether you're a Garba pro or have never tried it before, come along and join the circle!** ❤️

Let's celebrate together, make memories and fill the afternoon with the joy of Garba!... Read more

Bring your little Monsters and come rattle your bones at our Half Term Spooktacular!

The original family ravers Big Fish Little Fish return to The Pioneer Club, a brilliantly quicky community event space that includes a massive indoor skate ramp. The main rave room has a great sound system and lighting rig. We'll be playing the fantastic space for some Half Term Shenanigans. None More Rave.

Resident DJ Dave Minns (Raindance) is a great party starter and will cover beats from acid house to jungle. Head honcho at Music Box Radio – his musical palate is wide so expect the unexpected – boo!

World famous, award winning, Glastonbury Festival performing, family rave sensation BFLF throws the ultimate family event as they bring bangin' tunes to families... Read more

Step into a world of wonder this autumn!

As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a lucky crystal, perfect for making autumn wishes come true!

This event ends at the end of October. Book your place now to experience this magical... Read more

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

Or, host your own Disc Golf Party!

Planning a family outing or a catch-up with mates? Book a private 30-minute slot for your group (up to 10 people) for just £15. To make the victory even sweeter, the price includes... Read more

The Galleria Hatfield is proud to welcome back the Black History Month Cultural Pop-Up Market & Workshop Weekend for its fourth consecutive year, bringing two days of culture, creativity and community to the centre this October.

Taking place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 2026, the event is organised by Hatfield Cultural Connection CIC and will provide a welcoming space for local residents, families and visitors to come together and celebrate Black history, culture and achievement.

Visitors will be able to explore a range of independent businesses and makers, discover handcrafted products, meet community organisations and take part in activities for all ages.

The weekend will also feature an 'Express Yourself' creative corner, where visitors... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

Date: Monday 26th October 2026

Times: 9.30am - Toddlers / 10.25am Babies (45 mins classes)

Venue: The Salvation Army, Leyton Green, Harpenden, AL5 2TG

Book: https://www.minimozart.com/venue/harpenden-mondays/ - drop-in places available

Price: £20 for first child, 50% discount for siblings.

Dress: Seasonal fancy dress welcome but not mandatory!

Copy: Join Mini Mozart in Harpenden this October half term for a live, interactive mini musical version of Room On The Broom! Our musicians will bring this well-loved story to musical life for little ones to join in with and enjoy.

OCTOBER HALF-TERM FUN AT SCARLETT'S KITCHEN!

Imagine enjoying a peaceful, hot coffee while the kids are happily entertained!

Looking for ways to keep the kids creatively entertained over the school break? We have you covered! Bring your little creators along for a fantastic session packed with arts, crafts, and a yummy lunch.

Price: Only £10 per child
(Includes 3 amazing craft activities AND a delicious kids lunch! Plus our kids play corner!)

What they can choose from:
Stained Glass Art, Bracelet Making, Threading, Plate Animals, Dream Catchers, String Art, Suncatchers, Cup Decorating, Biscuit Decorating, and Keyring Making!

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot ahead of time! Send us a direct message... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

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Red Robin's Winter Song
By Manjeet Mann | Presented by Tutti Frutti Productions

Join us for a tale that will warm hearts, spark imaginations, and leave your little ones singing all the way home.

Step into a twinkling, snow-dusted world with Red Robin's Winter Song - a gentle and joy-filled winter play perfect for young children and their families.

From award-winning writer Manjeet Mann this enchanting story follows one small but brave Red Robin who chooses to stay behind as the other woodland animals prepare for winter. While the forest falls silent and snow begins to fall, Red Robin hears a mysterious song on the wind-one that leads to new friendships, unexpected discoveries, and a special place to call home.

Brought to... Read more

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature!

Join Luton-based Lugus Ceramics for a fun, hands-on session where you'll squish, shape and sculpt clay into your own spooky creation - then take your finished creature home with you.

Make a colourful yarn-wrapped spider and weave a hanging web.

Did you know that Barn Owls can't digest the fur and bones of the rodents they eat, which they usually swallow whole?

So what happens to them if they aren't digested? The Owl has to regurgitate it in the form of an Owl pellet. You often find Owl pellets at roosting or nesting sites and they are usually the size of a mans thumb and are black when fresh (turning grey as they get older), and an Owl can produce 1-2 pellets after a night's hunting. Owl pellets can be a really good way of finding out what an Owl has been eating by dissecting them and analysing what bones are in them. In these sessions you will be guided through the dissection of an Owl pellet so you can analyse and discover what an Owl has had for it's tea. Can you find the bones of a vole, shrew or mouse? Or will... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

A captivating dance and music show with fun interaction for ages 3+ & families.

Come in your favourite PJs for a slumber party in a giant sleepover den and a night-time adventure into a playful world of imagination.

As darkness descends, lets giggle as we get ready for bed, play in the spooky shadows, listen to night-time sounds, and feel the blustery wind and drizzly rain on our faces in the storm.

We'll meet friendly nocturnal creatures... some slithering slugs, most magical moths, and fantastical fireflies. Discover the magic of the dark as we whirl and twirl, catch a shooting star and learn how to be brave at bedtime.

Back on tour by popular demand, Dance in the Dark, from Sonrisa Arts is a dreamy multi-sensory feast, co-created... Read more

Make a 3d haunted scene for a moveable ghost to fly through

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

OCTOBER HALF-TERM FUN AT SCARLETT'S KITCHEN!

Imagine enjoying a peaceful, hot coffee while the kids are happily entertained!

Looking for ways to keep the kids creatively entertained over the school break? We have you covered! Bring your little creators along for a fantastic session packed with arts, crafts, and a yummy lunch.

Price: Only £10 per child
(Includes 3 amazing craft activities AND a delicious kids lunch! Plus our kids play corner!)

What they can choose from:
Stained Glass Art, Bracelet Making, Threading, Plate Animals, Dream Catchers, String Art, Suncatchers, Cup Decorating, Biscuit Decorating, and Keyring Making!

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot ahead of time! Send us a direct message... Read more

Looking for an indoor creative activity over half term? Why not book your table at Glaze Time's pottery painting session on Weds 28th October at the Inn on the Green, Harpenden. When booking please advise if you'd like to attend the 11am-1230pm or 1230pm-2pm slots. Our items range from £8-35 each and ready 14 days later - items are clear glazed and fired in a kiln, so they are food safe and your creations are protected forever. We have Christmas tree decorations now in stock.

To book your table please email [email protected]

Come and visit the largest preserved Midland Railway signal box in the UK and one of the few preserved boxes that's open to the public and next to a busy main line railway.

Signalling demonstrations are run on the operating floor upstairs whenever asked for. Railway videos and a slideshow of the restoration are shown downstairs, with many signalling items on display, including single line 'tablet token' machines, and other railway-related exhibits.

In the garden visitors can operate working signals and a point; on display are old signs, lit oil lamps, a telegraph 'pole route' and a garden railway.

We suggest you allow at least 1 hour to view the garden and the signal box - no need to book - just come along. Light refreshments are available on open... Read more

Join us in the wonderful Walled Garden for all things crafty with an Autumn theme.  Outdoor fun and craft in the last open day of the Walled Garden of the year. Parking is free and conveniently located right next to the Walled Garden. We also offer accessible facilities within the garden, along with plenty of seating options throughout. Dogs on leads accompanied by well behaved owners are welcome to join us for Autumn Open Day. ** £5 per child Adults £3 and under 2's FREE **

Please also take advantage of our Garden Tool Amnesty - Check your garage - raid your shed - speak to your neighbours and ask your friends! - All unwanted tools accepted and what we don't put to use at the Walled Garden we will recycle or donate
** No powered or plugged tools or equiptment... Read more

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature!

Join Luton-based Lugus Ceramics for a fun, hands-on session where you'll squish, shape and sculpt clay into your own spooky creation - then take your finished creature home with you.

From classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games to modern first person shooters, WiFi Wars has something for everyone in its truly original whistlestop tour of all the ways you can have fun, in public.

The entire audience competes, both as teams and as individuals, on games, quizzes and more that are magically beamed into their smartphones and tablets using WiFi Wars' Guinness World Record-Breaking tech, developed in residency at London's prestigious Royal Institution.

Hosted by comedian Steve McNeil (team captain on the hit TV show "Dara O'Briain's Go 8 Bit") and Rob Sedgebeer (a Chortle "Legend of Lockdown" award winner), WiFi Wars is the Award-Winning must-see show that's like nothing you've seen before. As teams and players thrive... Read more

Looking for something fun to do this half-term? The Harpenden Arms invites you to an afternoon of lively competition, big smiles, and plenty of fun for all ages with our special Kids Quiz.

Join us in the heart of Harpenden on 28th October at 12pm for a quiz tailored for children aged 7 to 13-though everyone's welcome to come along and share in the excitement. With entry at just £1 per person, it's a chance to brighten up your family's October break.

You can expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with engaging quiz rounds, entertaining games, and a raft of prizes to be won. Whether you've got a budding quiz champion at home or you're simply after a cheerful way to spend an afternoon, the Kids Quiz is all about joining in, making friends, and giving it your best... Read more

Sculpt yourself a terrifying (or not so terrifying) Halloween monster

Come to Wardown to create and make Halloween crafts, bat bookmarks, spooky masks and mummify a beast!

Make and decorate your very own spooky Halloween wooden bat, pumpkin or spider
£6 per child
11-12 or 12-1 or 2-3 pm

Crafts, games, toys, messy play, face painting.
Fancy dress recommended.

Ages 0-10yrs
£8 per child.
Accompanying under 1s free.

Booking required. Text 07738 442635.

Looking for a fun-filled day out with the kids this October half term? Our popular Kids Open Day is back for a special spooky edition, packed with hands-on activities, creative crafts and plenty of Halloween fun.

Join us on Wednesday 28 October 2026 for a day of making, creating, exploring and getting into the Halloween spirit. Whether your child loves getting crafty, experimenting with something new or simply having fun outdoors, there's something for everyone.

What's On?
✨ Spooky slime making – get creative and make your very own Halloween-inspired slime

🏮 Colourful Guy Fawkes-inspired lanterns – create your own colourful lantern to take home, inspired by the history and traditions of Bonfire Night

🎃 Spooky tie-dye... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

Join The Art Room this October half-term for lots of spooktacular arty fun with our exciting mix of Halloween-themed activities. Come and experiment with different art techniques and materials, enjoy some Halloween creativity and let your child's imagination shine! Children can lose themselves in one big project or explore several in one session. The choice is theirs.

£35 per child
Ages 4 - 13 years
(we welcome children who have started in Reception and are used to being left by parents/carers)

Bookings can be made online by visiting the-art-room.org
or email us [email protected] for more information

A variety of themed craft activities in the church for primary school aged children with badminton and table tennis available in the hall. A play area for preschool children. Craft activities are designed for primary aged children but younger children can pay to do the crafts if supervised and assisted by a carer.
Craft activities £3 per child. To play in the preschool play area £1 per child. Refreshments can be purchased in Wesleys cafe.

Looking for an indoor creative activity over half term? Why not book your table at Glaze Time's pottery painting session on Thurs 29th October at the Old Cock Inn, Harpenden. When booking please advise if you'd like to attend the 230-4pm or 4-530pm slots. Our items range from £8-35 each and ready 14 days later - items are clear glazed and fired in a kiln, so they are food safe and your creations are protected forever. We have Christmas tree decorations now in stock.

To book your table please email [email protected]

A new opera for young children

Based on the picture book by David Wiesner.

David Wiesner's magical picture book was adapted and brought to life in words and music by award-winning composer and writer Kerry Andrew.

Pip likes to play alone. In their bedroom, they explore a collection of treasures from the beach-flotsam! What are these objects and creatures? Who are they? What stories might they tell? With the help of an old camera, Pip's imagination takes hold, conjuring extraordinary underwater creatures - fantastical and beautiful.

Guided by the idea of capturing things in photographs, curiosity and wonder lead Pip to discover a world beyond their own, connecting with other children across time and place and finding the courage to... Read more

Our popular Spooky Science workshop is returning for 2026!

Join us for some spooky science: make a bubbling witches brew, create ogre slime and more!

This is a taught session - please be ready promptly for the start of your session.

Pumpkins, firepits, marshmallows, live music, and hot apple cider (with a dram of rum ?) ...the perfect autumn party.

Make an awesome halloween mask using junk and old library books.

All ages welcome
Book at enquiry desk

£4.40 per child

Did you know that Barn Owls can't digest the fur and bones of the rodents they eat, which they usually swallow whole?

So what happens to them if they aren't digested? The Owl has to regurgitate it in the form of an Owl pellet. You often find Owl pellets at roosting or nesting sites and they are usually the size of a mans thumb and are black when fresh (turning grey as they get older), and an Owl can produce 1-2 pellets after a night's hunting. Owl pellets can be a really good way of finding out what an Owl has been eating by dissecting them and analysing what bones are in them. In these sessions you will be guided through the dissection of an Owl pellet so you can analyse and discover what an Owl has had for it's tea. Can you find the bones of a vole, shrew or mouse? Or will... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

Come and have a 'Thriller' of a time at Harpenden Leisure Centre's Halloween Pool Party!

Adults: £7.60
Juniors/concession: £3.80
Under 2s: £2.20
All current Swim Scheme members: FREE

Book at reception or secure your place today by calling our team on 01582 767 722

A drop in play area for preschool children. Lego and colouring available for older siblings.
£1 per child. Refreshments can be purchased in Wesleys cafe.

BOOKING NOW OPEN

Join Professor Tash 👩🏻‍🔬 for an hour of hands-on spooky science experiments including:
Fizzing potions
Invisible ink
Floating ghosts
Gooey slime
Includes a gift for each child

Spaces limited!!

Book now on our website and don't miss out

Suitable for children aged 3-10 yrs
Cost is £15/child.
Parents/carers to stay with their child/ren
Costumes welcome!

Each school holiday we run Storyboats for younger children. This is a gentle 40 minute cruise down the River Gade to where it meets the Grand Union Canal, with wildlife spotting while listening to stories. The books we read a picture books, so the audience can spot the hidden elements and learn about new creatures. Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, it is the ideal way to fill time between the more costly holiday outings. We feed the waterfowl we encounter and if we are very lucky we see the kingfisher.

We run special themed boats at Halloween and Christmas, with goody bags and an extra special passenger in a red suit at Christmas.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, all passengers must have a ticket. Tickets can be purchased from our website.

A family film, a creative corner, a café and a space to relax - make a day of it at The Hat Factory!

Family Film Club is more than just a screening. Come along to The Hat Factory Arts Centre for a relaxed family day out, with a creative corner filled with drawings, easy crafts and books, plus our café serving drinks and snacks. There are also breastfeeding areas available for families who need them.

Then settle down together and enjoy a family-friendly film on the big screen.

Film: Monster Family

Despite the title, the Wishbone family are far from happy! In an attempt to reconnect as a family, Mum Emma plans a fun night out. But when an evil witch curses them, the whole family is transformed into monsters.

Running... Read more

Our popular Spooky Science workshop is returning for 2026!

Join us for some spooky science: make a bubbling witches brew, create ogre slime and more!

This is a taught session - please be ready promptly for the start of your session.

Come to the Hat Factory to create and make Halloween crafts, Monster book marks, spooky masks and do the monster mash!

Friday 30 October, 10.30am - 12.30pm
For ages 5 - 11
Cost: from £8pp*

Tiny Giants is a playful, hands-on puppetry workshop for children aged 5–11 that brings everyday, overlooked materials to life through imagination, making and storytelling.

Children are guided step by step through creating their own puppet using found materials such as newspaper, tin foil, scraps of plastic and even old (clean!) socks. As they build, they'll develop a character inspired by the material they've chosen, exploring the journeys these objects may have been on before reaching them.

Once the puppets are complete, everyone will work together to bring them to life through drama games and storytelling. The group then devises a short performance where their... Read more

A Spooktacular event for Members and Non Members so don't forget to invite your friends!

The party will include animal handling, a fantastic Halloween-themed assault course in the gym, sensory play and plenty of treats. Get hands-on experience with reptile friends from 'Basil and Crew' and snap pictures with snakes, lizards, spiders and more.
Arrival time options are every 30 minutes. You will book an arrival slot and the party will last approximately 1 hour from then.

Suitable for ages 4 months - 12 years.
£30 per child, adults free

The Galleria, Hatfield, is set to transport visitors into an ancient world this October with the launch of THE LOST TEMPLE, a fully immersive escape room adventure running for two weeks only.

Taking place across Friday 30th October - Sunday 1st November and Friday 6th - Sunday 8th November, the experience challenges teams to conquer two interconnected escape rooms, each filled with Aztec themed puzzles, hidden clues and atmospheric set design. Participants must work together to unlock the secrets of the temple and escape before time runs out.

Designed for families, friends, students and thrill seekers, the LOST TEMPLE experience offers exceptional value at just £15 per person, making it one of the most accessible escape room events in Hertfordshire this summer.... Read more

Halloween Spectacular: An Evening of Family Friendly Spooky Fun
5pm to 9pm 30th October 2026
Standard Halloween Spectacular ticket £16.50
Standard Halloween Spectacular COAM Annual Member ticket £8.50
Get ready for a night of frightful fun as our Halloween Spectacular returns to Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Explore the museum after dark as historic buildings are transformed with spooky decorations and eerie lighting.
Enjoy a spectacular fire performance, listen to spine-tingling storytelling, look out for spooky horses, dance to live music, take part in some creepy crafts, explore our spooky buildings, warm yourself by the bonfire while toasting marshmallows and brave the scary walk — but beware of monsters lurking in the shadows!
This event... Read more

Playgroup toys. Popcorn & hotdog included in price.

Ages 0-10yrs
£8 per child.
Accompanying under 1s free.

Booking required. Text 07738 442635.

Did you know that Barn Owls can't digest the fur and bones of the rodents they eat, which they usually swallow whole?

So what happens to them if they aren't digested? The Owl has to regurgitate it in the form of an Owl pellet. You often find Owl pellets at roosting or nesting sites and they are usually the size of a mans thumb and are black when fresh (turning grey as they get older), and an Owl can produce 1-2 pellets after a night's hunting. Owl pellets can be a really good way of finding out what an Owl has been eating by dissecting them and analysing what bones are in them. In these sessions you will be guided through the dissection of an Owl pellet so you can analyse and discover what an Owl has had for it's tea. Can you find the bones of a vole, shrew or mouse? Or will... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more

Lights down, glow sticks out, let the fun begin!

Reception to year 6 - grab your brightest clothes and join us for an amazing Glow party packed with games, crafts, food, fun and plenty of things that GLOW!

Come dressed in white, neon or your brightest colours and get ready for an evening of glowing games, UV fun, creative activities and loads of chances to win prizes. There'll be plenty to get involved with, whether you love running around, making things, taking on a challenge or just having fun with friends.

The Glow Party is being organised by the Kids' Team at Bethany Community Church, Harpenden, supported by Hertfordshire County Council, and is open for all children from Reception to Year 6 - you don't need to attend the church to come along.... Read more

BOOKING NOW OPEN

Join Professor Tash 👩🏻‍🔬 for an hour of hands-on spooky science experiments including:
Fizzing potions
Invisible ink
Floating ghosts
Gooey slime
Includes a gift for each child

Spaces limited!!

Book now on our website and don't miss out

Suitable for children aged 3-10 yrs
Cost is £15/child.
Parents/carers to stay with their child/ren
Costumes welcome!

Come to Stockwood discovery Centre to create and make Halloween crafts, spiders, bugs and minibeasts decorations. Boooooo!

Join Love Montessori for a not-too-spooky playful Halloween morning at The Nest, designed for little ones aged 1–4 and their grown-ups.

Explore Montessori activities, enjoy a seasonal craft, and come together for storytime and singing. A lovely opportunity to spend time together, meet other local families and discover our welcoming Montessori space.

Tea and coffee are provided for grown-ups.

Date: Saturday 31 October
Time: 9.30–11am
Ages: 1–4 years, accompanied by a parent or carer
Tickets: £25 per parent & child
Venue: The Nest, 17 Central Drive, St Albans, AL4 0UX. Free parking, coffee shop next door

Limited spaces, booking required. Visit www.lovemontessori.co.uk to book your ticket

Free Halloween entertainment and face painting coming to The Galleria on Saturday 31st October.

Families across Hertfordshire are invited to get into the Halloween spirit this October as The Galleria in Hatfield prepares for a spooktacular day of free entertainment, magical mayhem and family fun.

On Saturday 31st October, The Galleria will host The Halloween Spooktacular: The Heart of Halloween Show, an interactive family adventure where Halloween itself is under threat – and young visitors will be called upon to help save the day.

The story follows a brave and friendly Witch and an eccentric Ghost Hunter as they set out to uncover why The Heart of Halloween, a powerful magical relic, is suddenly losing its magic. As the magic fades, friendly monsters... Read more

The Galleria, Hatfield, is set to transport visitors into an ancient world this October with the launch of THE LOST TEMPLE, a fully immersive escape room adventure running for two weeks only.

Taking place across Friday 30th October - Sunday 1st November and Friday 6th - Sunday 8th November, the experience challenges teams to conquer two interconnected escape rooms, each filled with Aztec themed puzzles, hidden clues and atmospheric set design. Participants must work together to unlock the secrets of the temple and escape before time runs out.

Designed for families, friends, students and thrill seekers, the LOST TEMPLE experience offers exceptional value at just £15 per person, making it one of the most accessible escape room events in Hertfordshire this summer.... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in a reconstructed Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the Stone Age cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch and making pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro, or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in a roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain Roundhouse and a fire procession around the woods. The six-day celebration culminates on Saturday 31 October, when you can burn your worries in the Samhain bonfire and make a wish for the year to come.

Limited... Read more

A family Halloween adventure this October half-term

Calling all witches, wizards, and magical creatures! This October half-term, Hatfield Park invites you to join us for a spook-tacular family Halloween adventure at Witches & Wizards Week.

From haunted woodland trails to wicked workshops, there is plenty for young witches and wizards to enjoy. Explore the Haunted Forest, where magical scenes and ghostly surprises await among the Woodland Walks, before decorating your own witch or wizard hat.

With plenty to discover and create, Witches & Wizards Week is a wonderful way to enjoy Hatfield Park.

Your family adventure at Whipsnade Zoo this Halloween
Get ready for a wild Halloween adventure as Boo at the Zoo returns to Whipsnade Zoo this October half term, from 24 October - 1 November.

Bring your little monsters along for a fun-filled family day out packed with Halloween activities, spooky stories, creepy crafts, animal adventures and plenty of opportunities to dress up. This year, discover the fascinating world of poisonous and venomous animals along the way and find out more about the incredible wildlife we work to protect.

Halloween Storytime – Join our Presenters for an interactive Halloween story, including Makaton elements. Sessions at 10.30am, 1.15pm and 3pm, every day except 31 October.
Creepy Crafts – Get creative in the learning... Read more

Step into a world of pumpkins, scarecrows, spooky woodland adventures and unforgettable family fun this October at Church Farm Ardeley.

🎟️ Book online now and save!

This Halloween half term, join us for a week of creativity!

When the weather turns ghoulish, spend some time in our Visitor Centre and craft something creepy out of clay. You'll have all the tools to make the ultimate masterpiece, whether that's a pumpkin sculpture, your very own little ghost or something completely different like a lawnmower! The only limit is your imagination.

Available for £4 every day of the half term, please speak to one of the very friendly volunteers who will be able to set you up with everything you need.

Recommended age 8+ years.

Spiders. Some say they are scary, spooky, and creepy. We say they're absolutely spectacular with a whole host of unbelievable abilities. So this Halloween we're celebrating all things spiders!

Our Spectacular Spiders trail will take you around the reserve as you answer questions and learn all about these 8 legged wonders. The entire trail is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs and will take you past all of our hides, so make sure you pop in and see what's around.

In October Half Term, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals!

Available from 10am-4pm. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes.

Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Enjoy a spooky day out - perfect for the whole family!

Your Spook-Fest Ticket includes your Farm Pass to see all the animals as well as enjoying the spooky themed farm featuring the Aldenham Mausoleum and Spooky Shack and activities including- Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Hunt, Mini Tractor Play, Bouncy Castle, Dance Tunnel and more! PLUS Interactive Shows and Activities with Aldenham's Scarecrows (17th-18th & 24th-31st October)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; Pumpkin Picking & Carving (10th-11th & 17th-31st October), Horrid Hay Tractor Ride (17th-18th & 24th-31st October), Small Animal Petting and Animal Feed

Pumpkin season is back at The Pop Up Farm near Harpenden, and this year is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10th pumpkin season!

Grab a wheelbarrow and head into the patch to discover thousands of home-grown pumpkins and squash in all shapes, sizes and colours. From classic orange pumpkins to weird and wonderful squash, there's plenty for little pumpkin pickers to discover.

There's more to your visit than picking too, with autumnal photo opportunities, farm fun and activities, seasonal food and drink, and plenty of space to enjoy an autumn day out in the Hertfordshire countryside.

📅 3rd-31st October 2026
📍 The Pop Up Farm, near Harpenden, Hertfordshire
🎃 Hertfordshire's original pumpkin patch - celebrating our 10th... Read more