Looking for things to keep the children entertained this week? There are plenty of Halloween activities, craft sessions, outdoor adventures and family entertainment taking place in Calne and the surrounding area over the school holidays.
Here are some ideas for getting out and about, trying something creative or embracing the spooky season.
Pink Crafternoons At The Pink Cafe
The Pink Cafe in Wood Street, Calne, is offering Pink Crafternoons on any day it is open during half-term.
For £10, children get a craft activity bag, a sweet treat and a drink, while an accompanying adult can enjoy a tea or Americano. A lunchbox can be added for an extra £5.
There is no need to book, making it an easy option for a half-term treat.
The Pink Cafe, 5 Wood Street, Calne.
Free Skate And Scooter Sessions At Calne Bowl Skatepark
Children aged five to 16 can head to Calne Bowl Skatepark on Tuesday 27th October for an afternoon of skateboarding and scooter activities.
The event runs from 2pm to 5pm and is being delivered by ATBShop On Tour, in partnership with Calne Town Council.
There will be free skate and scooter workshops, tuition and hire, along with competitions, games and prizes. Parents are welcome to attend.
Calne Bowl Skatepark, Station Road, Calne.
Clip And Climb At St Mary's Calne Sports Club
Young climbers can have a go at Clip and Climb at St Mary's Calne Sports Club during half-term.
Sessions are listed for Monday 26th, Wednesday 28th and Friday 30th October, from 11.30am to 12.30pm. The activity is suitable for children aged five and over.
Sessions cost £4 for members and £4.50 for non-members. Booking is required through the club's app or reception.
St Mary's Calne Sports Club - 01249 857335.
Half-Term Activities At Calne Pocket Park
Families are invited to join River Warriors, Calne Pocket Park and Calne Clean Up Crew for a half-term morning at Calne Pocket Park on Thursday 29th October.
The event runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm and will include crafts, a litter pick and refreshments.
Adults must accompany children.
Halloween Pottery Painting At Serenity Ceramics
For a quieter creative activity, Serenity Ceramics in Calne offers pottery painting, with Halloween-themed pieces among the ceramics available.
The studio is listed as open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Contact the studio directly to check which pieces are available and whether you need to book.
Serenity Ceramics, 7 Bank Row, Church Street, Calne SN11 0SG.
Halloween And Autumn Crafts At Wildling Studio
Wildling Studio is running a programme of seasonal creative workshops over the half-term period, with activities including ceramic pieces and autumn-inspired crafts.
The advertised programme includes Indian block-printed trick-or-treat bags, ceramic autumn leaf dishes, ceramic tealight holders, ceramic mushrooms and a hot chocolate mug workshop. Some sessions may be fully booked, so check availability before making plans.
Where: Wildling Studio.
See the workshop programme and booking information.
Halloween Activities At Whitehall Garden Centre
Whitehall Garden Centre has a range of Halloween activities for children and families during the school holidays.
Activities include creepy critters, Halloween slime making, miniature garden making, pumpkin carving and Dotty Pots pottery painting. Halloween afternoon teas are also available for children and adults.
Some activities may require advance booking, so check the garden centre's website for dates, availability and prices.
Where: Whitehall Garden Centre.
Visit the website for details and bookings.
Autumn Trail At Blackland Lakes
Blackland Lakes is running an autumn trail during the half-term period, with families able to follow a 1km nature trail and take part in spooky quizzes and activities.
Children can also visit the pygmy goats and enjoy the play park. Wellies and fancy dress are recommended.
The trail is advertised as running daily from 10am to 4pm, at £5 per child. Drinks and snacks are available, with takeaway pizza served from noon to 2pm during half-term.
Blackland Lakes Campsite, Stockley Lane, Calne SN11 0NQ.
Check details before visiting.
Pumpkins At Farmer Mark's Pumpkin Patch
Farmer Mark's Pumpkin Patch at West Kennett, near Marlborough, offers a chance to choose pumpkins, squash and gourds, with around 40 varieties advertised.
The farm has also promoted Halloween games, tractor and trailer rides, refreshments and ride-on tractor toys. Admission and parking are advertised as free.
Check the farm's latest updates before setting off, as opening dates and activities may vary.
Tan Hill Farm, West Kennett, Marlborough SN8 1QF.
Pumpkins And Squash At V & P Collins Farm Shop
V & P Collins Farm Shop has been advertising pumpkins and a variety of squash for the autumn season.
It is another option for anyone looking to pick up a pumpkin for carving or find seasonal produce for the kitchen.
Where: V & P Collins Farm Shop.
Check the farm shop's Facebook page for updates.
Autumn Activities At Bowood House And Gardens
Bowood House and Gardens is an option for families wanting to spend some time outdoors over the school holidays.
The estate has seasonal attractions and family activities, although visitors should check the current programme before travelling to confirm what is running during half-term.
Bowood House and Gardens.
Check opening times and activities.
Half-Term At Lacock
The National Trust village of Lacock is another nearby option for a family day out.
The half-term programme has included outdoor activities such as a woodland bat walk, spooky skittles and witch-hat ring toss, alongside a Book Nook. Check the National Trust's current listing for dates, times and any booking requirements.
Find visitor information here.
Autumn Activities At Avebury
Families visiting Avebury can explore the autumn wildlife trail and take part in mask-making activities during the half-term period.
The National Trust has also advertised an exhibition, Ancient Pathways, by artist Georgie Weedon, with a live painting demonstration on Thursday 29th October from 10am to noon at the Manor Garden's Racquets Court.
Check the latest details before visiting to confirm activities and timings.
Where: Avebury. Find out more.
Halloween Trail At The REME Museum
The REME Museum at Lyneham is hosting a Halloween trail over the weekend from Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November.
It offers another option for families looking for a Halloween-themed outing during the final days of the school holidays. Check the museum's website for the latest information on the trail and admission.
REME Museum, Lyneham. Visit the museum's website.
Family Films At REEL Cinema Chippenham
A trip to the cinema is another option if the weather turns. Family-friendly films listed for REEL Cinema Chippenham include Forgotten Island, Monster Mia, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom and Tad and The Magic Lamp.
Wildwood and Ghosts: The Possession of Button House are also listed, although parents should check the film classifications and suitability before booking. The cinema has also advertised screenings of Hocus Pocus on Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November.
Film schedules and screening times can change, so check the listings before travelling.
REEL Cinema, Chippenham. Check film listings and times.
Half-Term At Chippenham Museum
Chippenham Museum has advertised craft sessions during half-term on Tuesday 27th and Thursday 29th October.
The sessions are listed between 10am and 3.30pm, with quieter sessions from 9am to 10am available by arrangement. Check with the museum for the activity details and any booking requirements.
Chippenham Museum. Check the museum's website for details.
Halloween Spooktacular At The Neeld
Families can also catch the Halloween Spooktacular at The Neeld in Chippenham on Thursday 29th October at 2pm
The family show is listed with tickets priced between £15.75 and £16.75. Check the venue's website for availability and booking information.
Free Autumn Photo Scavenger Hunt At Castlefields Canal And River Park
Families looking for a free activity this half-term can take part in an autumn photo scavenger hunt at Castlefields Canal and River Park.
Organised by Castlefields CARP, the activity encourages children to explore the park and photograph signs of autumn as they go.
The checklist includes items such as acorns, conkers, pine cones, colourful leaves, squirrels, birds and puddles, with families invited to take a photo each time they spot something on the list.
There are also extra seasonal challenges, including crunching through fallen leaves, listening for birdsong, finding the biggest leaf and looking for animal homes.
Families can save the scavenger hunt poster from the Castlefields CARP Facebook page and take it with them on their walk.
Planning ahead? Check the linked websites or contact venues directly before setting off, as activities, prices, availability and opening times can change during the school holidays.
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