Family activities are back for Autumn half-term! Make time to enjoy some fresh air and crafts with an environmental focus, in the surroundings of Martineau Gardens. Choose from Autumn Activities on Wednesday 27 October or Halloween Activities on Friday 29 October. There are four sessions to choose from across the two days – read on for more information – advance booking advised for these popular events, you can book your tickets direct via WeGotTickets using the links below.

Autumn Activities, Wednesday 27 October: Join Juliette, our Environmental Education Teacher, for a signs of autumn walk, Autumn Trail, nature art and craft (leaf rubbing badges, conker spiders, pinecone bats), pond dipping and a minibeast hunt.

Halloween Activities,Friday 29 October: Stir up a smelly potion, do some Halloween-themed nature crafts, play games and finish with a story walk in the woods (by candlelight for the later session). Costumes welcome! 

Here’s what you need to know:

Suitable for children aged 3-12.

Tickets: £7.50 per child (inc. online booking fee) for a 2-hour session; adults are not charged and entrance to Martineau Gardens is free. Advance booking essential for these popular actiivties.

This is family learning, and a parent or other adult is required to join in with the activity (but does not need to pay). Additional adults are welcome but due to space constraints cannot join in the activity (there is plenty to explore in the Gardens during the session).

Please dress appropriately for the weather, since the session will take place outside. Bring a drink and a snack, or bring your packed lunch if you’d like to have a picnic. Please note that Martineau Gardens serves hot and cold drinks (donations welcome) but not food.