Summer is clinging on but there’s a chill in the air, we’ve already picked punnets and punnets of blackberries and now we’re ready for all things apple, pumpkin and hot chocolate… bring it on Autumn… I’m ready for you!
There are so many fun family days out in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire this October. There are Apple Day celebrations, as well as pumpkin trails, pumpkin patches and spooky fun for Half Term. You can enjoy theatre treats this month including Horrible Histories Live, Oi Frog! Live and Peppa Pig. There’s also an amazing programme of space and science-themed events and activities to commemorate 50 years since the Apollo Moon Landing and you definitely don’t want to miss Space Voyage at St Albans Cathedral.
If you’re looking for fun family days out in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire in the October Half Term then watch out for my guide to half term, coming soon! Or if you want to pick your own pumpkin this year, make sure you take a look at my Pumpkin Patch Guide, so you can get out in the fields and pick your perfect pumpkin!
The weather can change and so can the details of events, so please check directly with the venue or organisers BEFORE you travel.
Wardown House – Tales for Tots
Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7HA
On Tuesday 1st October 2019, 9.30-10.15am, enjoy Tales for Tots at Wardown House Museum. Enter the museum before it opens to the public and step into a world of fantasy and imagination! Join the friendly museum staff for a special storytelling session in the museum’s library. Suitable for children aged 0-4 years old. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Hertford Theatre – Vienna Festival Ballet: Snow White
The Wash, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1PS
On Friday 4th October 2019, the Vienna Festival Ballet presents Snow White at the Hertford Theatre. This spell-binding ballet promises to entertain and dazzle the whole family. Join the Vienna Festival Ballet on a magical journey to answer the question; who is the fairest of all? Recommended for children aged 8 years old + however please do consider if your child can sit through a full length ballet approx. 2 hours 15 minutes which includes an interval. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans – George Street Gin & Jazz
George Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4ER
On Friday 4th October 2019, 7-10pm, come along and enjoy George Street Gin & Jazz in St Albans. Back for its third year, enjoy this free entry event and walk along George Street in St Albans as shops, bars and restaurants open their doors for a celebration of the unique, boutique style of the Cathedral Quarter. Free entry with a variety of bars offering gin cocktails of every flavour! Visit the website for more information.
Radlett Centre – The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8HL
On Friday 4th and Saturday 5th October 2019, visit the Radlett Centre to see The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, featuring a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The show faithfully adapts four of Eric Carle’s stories: Brown Bear, Brown Bear; 10 Little Rubber Ducks; The Very Lonely Firefly; and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Suitable for children aged 2 years old+ and their families. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Chickenshed Theatre – Tales From The Shed
Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE
Tales From The Shed will be at Chickenshed Theatre on Friday 4th to Saturday 5th October 2019. Tales from the Shed are vibrant, interactive theatre shows presented by Chickenshed, that are perfect for young children aged 0-6 years old. They are informal, lively and amazingly engaging as the performers and audience share the same space – children are always encouraged to make a lot of noise and to make the story happen. Expect fun, silliness, colourful puppets and live songs. Every week explore a different story featuring the same much-loved characters. Come along and be prepared to believe in the magic. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Marsh Farm Library – Crabby
Lea Manor High School, Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3TL
Collar and Cuffs Theatre Company presents an award winning multi-sensory musical theatre tale of grumpy feelings and what to do about them at Marsh Farm Library on Saturday 5th October 2019. Set at the seaside during the Edwardian era, Crabby is the tale of a little hermit crab in search of a new home. After a terrible storm, Crabby emerges from the shelter of a rock and is bereft: his lovely shell home is irreparably damaged. Being a crab with a soft body, he needs to find a new shell as quickly as possible in order to be safe, so he sets out along the seashore to find one. In his search, he encounters other seaside characters including a seagull, jellyfishes, barnacles and a very sensible mermaid. Recommended for children 0-7 years old. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Luton Central Library – Crabby
St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
Collar and Cuffs Theatre Company presents an award winning multi-sensory musical theatre tale of grumpy feelings and what to do about them at Luton Central Library on Saturday 5th October 2019. Set at the seaside during the Edwardian era, Crabby is the tale of a little hermit crab in search of a new home. After a terrible storm, Crabby emerges from the shelter of a rock and is bereft: his lovely shell home is irreparably damaged. Being a crab with a soft body, he needs to find a new shell as quickly as possible in order to be safe, so he sets out along the seashore to find one. In his search, he encounters other seaside characters including a seagull, jellyfishes, barnacles and a very sensible mermaid. Recommended for children 0-7 years old. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
The Pop Up Farm Pumpkin Patch
London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8HT
Visit the Pop-Up Farm this October! Locally grown pumpkins and squashes will be available in the Pumpkin Patch, so you can pick your own. Get your wheelbarrow and then choose your own pumpkins and squashes in the pumpkin patch, pop them in your wheelbarrow and head to the checkout! Weigh your pumpkins, take photos on the pumpkin sofas and then load your pumpkins into your car. Entry is free. The Pop-Up Farm will be open on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October 2019, Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 2019 and then every day from Saturday 19th to Wednesday 30th October 2019. Wear your wellies and check The Pop-Up Farm website for updates before you travel as opening hours are subject to weather conditions. Visit the website for more information.
Luton Central Library – Fun Palace
St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
Visit Luton Central Library on Saturday 5th October 2019 for the Fun Palace, a FREE celebration of culture using arts, science, craft, tech, digital, heritage and sports activities created by and for local people. Suitable for all ages. Visit the website for more information.
Wendover Woods – Shaun The Sheep Farmageddon Glow Trail
Upper Icknield Way, Aston Clinton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5NQ
Shaun the Sheep’s Farmageddon Glow Trail lands at Wendover Woods on Saturday 5th October 2019! An alien space ship has crashed into Forestry England’s forest and Shaun the Sheep is on a mission to help the inhabitant – a lovable alien called Lu-La. Lu-La needs your help to charge her communicator so she can call home for rescue. You’ll need to hurry, as Lu-La is being chased by Agent Red and her hapless helpers the Hazmats! Watch out for the launch of the out-of-this-world app and you’ll have the chance to explore exciting new trails through the forest. Visit the website for more information.
Follow The Apple-lation Trail
High Street, Tring, Hertfordshire
From Saturday 5th to Saturday 19th October 2019 follow the FREE High Street Trail in Tring. Go on a fruity treasure hunt along the High Street and look for the applely clues carefully hidden in shop windows. Whilst you step inside, make sure to support the many independent retailers. There are small prizes for the trial winners. Collect your entry form from the Save the Children shop and Health Fare on Tring High Street. Visit the website for more information.
Woodland Ranch at Tewin Hill Farm – Open Farm
Woodland Ranch, Tewin Hill Farm, Tewin Hill, Tewin, Hertfordshire, AL6 0LL
Visit the Woodland Ranch at Tewin Hill Farm for the Open Farm on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October 2019, 10am-4pm. There will be tractor rides, goat feeding and lots to see from Alpacas to chickens, ponies to pigs. Entry is £5 per person, under 2’s free. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
Highfield Park Trust Apple Day
Highfield Park, Russet Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0DB
On Sunday 6th October 2019, 2-4pm come and celebrate the Highfield Park Trust Apple Day in Highfield Park, St Albans. There will be apples, apple juice and cider for sale, as well as children’s games, craft and gift stalls, refreshments, apple juicing displays and an opportunity to visit the orchards. Free entry. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Fun Palace 2019
St Albans Museum + Gallery, Market Place, St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Fun Palace returns for a sixth year on Sunday 6th October 2019, 12noon-4pm. Building on the success of last year’s Fun Palace, St Albans Museum + Gallery are partnering with Trestle Arts Base again! Come along to the St Albans Museum + Gallery and St Albans Library to learn new skills from your neighbours, share hobbies with friends old and new and celebrate our community’s passions and enthusiasms. Visit the website for more information.
Willow 10K at Hatfield House
Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5HX
Runners and walkers are welcome to the Willow 10K at Hatfield House on Sunday 6th October 2019, 9am to 3pm. The event now includes a 5K and Junior 1K routes, as well as the 10K. There’ll be a fun warm-up, music, kids’ games, food stalls and free parking. Visit the website for more information on how to register online.
St Albans Vegan Market
St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3DH
St Albans Vegan Market takes place on Sunday 6th October 2019, 10.30am to 4pm. Browse up to 70 stalls selling a variety of vegan fast food, healthy east, artisan savouries, sweet bakes, craft cheese, handmade cosmetics, ethical clothing and more. Visit the website for more information.
Apple Day at Tewin Orchard
Upper Green, Tewin, Hertfordshire, AL6 0LZ
Visit Tewin Orchard on Sunday 6th October 2019, 12noon to 4.30pm, for Apple Day 2019! Celebrate all things apple at this afternoon event for all the family, packed with children’s activities. There will be apples for sale along with apple juice, preserves, tea, coffee and cake. Experts will be on hand to identify varieties of apple and provide advice on fruit tree care. There will be guided walks around the orchard and a scavenger hunt for kids. Visit the website for more information.
Wycombe Swan – The Tiger Who Came To Tea
St Mary Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2XE
On Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th October 2019, visit the Wycombe Swan to see The Tiger Who Came To Tea. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show, packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Suitable for children aged 3 years old and above, and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Tots Tales at Verulamium Museum
St Michael’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4SW
Tots Tales at Verulamium Museum, St Albans takes place on Thursday 10th October 2019, with sessions at 10.30-11.30am, 11.45am-12.45pm and again at 1.30-2.30pm. Enjoy a story, craft activity and a museum hunt, suitable for children aged 2-4 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t forget to bring proof of residence in St Albans District to qualify for free entry to the museum (£3 charge for craft activities). Visit the website to book online, or for more information.
Chickenshed Theatre – Tales From The Shed
Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE
Tales From The Shed will be at Chickenshed Theatre on Friday 11th to Saturday 12th October 2019. Tales from the Shed are vibrant, interactive theatre shows presented by Chickenshed, that are perfect for young children aged 0-6 years old. They are informal, lively and amazingly engaging as the performers and audience share the same space – children are always encouraged to make a lot of noise and to make the story happen. Expect fun, silliness, colourful puppets and live songs. Every week explore a different story featuring the same much-loved characters. Come along and be prepared to believe in the magic. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Luton Library Theatre – Confessions of a Cockney Temple Dancer
Luton Central Library, St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
On Friday 11th October 2019, at 7.30pm, come to Luton Library Theatre and see Confessions of a cockney Temple Dancer. Shane Shambhu reveals his secret life as a ‘fat kid’ in the cultural melting pot of East London to international performer in a bedazzling mix of comedy, theatre and dance. He rips up ideas of race, language and culture and re-imagines them to leave you with gestures of hope. This is no Bollywood ‘raga to riches’ story, this is the real deal. Suitable for children aged 9 years old +. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
The Pop Up Farm Pumpkin Patch
London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8HT
Visit the Pop-Up Farm this October! Locally grown pumpkins and squashes will be available in the Pumpkin Patch, so you can pick your own. Get your wheelbarrow and then choose your own pumpkins and squashes in the pumpkin patch, pop them in your wheelbarrow and head to the checkout! Weigh your pumpkins, take photos on the pumpkin sofas and then load your pumpkins into your car. Entry is free. The Pop-Up Farm will be open on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 2019 and then every day from Saturday 19th to Wednesday 30th October 2019. Wear your wellies and check The Pop-Up Farm website for updates before you travel as opening hours are subject to weather conditions. Visit the website for more information.
The Pumpkin Patch Milton Keynes
Mount Mill, Deanshanger, Buckinghamshire, MK19 6DG
Come and pick your pumpkins straight from the farmer’s fields. There are eight different varieties of pumpkin to choose from, a bale maze and hot and cold refreshments. Located on a main road between Buckingham and Milton Keynes. The Pumpkin Patch Milton Keynes opens on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 2019 and then Saturday 19th to Thursday 31st October 2019, 10am-4pm. Visit the Facebook Page for more information.
66 Book Club
Unit 2 Eastman Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7DU
The 66 Book Club is only open one weekend each month, so make sure you pop in on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 2019, 10am to 6pm, for the chance to browse over 10,000 titles with 70% off the cover price. Annual membership is only £2 per household. Visit the Facebook Page for more information.
Hitchin Apple Day
Hitchin Town Centre, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1DY
Come and celebrate the great British apple at Hitchin Apple Day on Saturday 12th October 2019, 10am-2pm at the Old Market Place in Hitchin town centre. There will be traditional and new apple varieties for sale, local apple juice, apple cakes and goodies, kids’ activities, local food stalls and much more. Visit the website for more information.
The Spotlight – Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave
High Street, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8BE
On Saturday 12th October 2019, 2-4pm, get ready for Big Fish Little Fish at the Spotlight in Hoddesdon with legendary DJ Slipmatt! Big Fish Little Fish is for parents with children aged 0-8 years old. There’s a multi-sensory dancefloor full of bubbles, balloons and confetti. The music is rave/acid house/techno and drum ‘n’ bass music but played at a safe volume. Big Fish Little Fish provide a bar for adults, craft and play activities for the kids and a baby chill-out area. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
St Albans South Signal Box Open Day
Ridgmont Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3AJ
St Albans South Signal Box Open Day takes place on Sunday 13th October 2019, 2-5pm. Signalling demonstrations run continuously on the operating floor and there are full size signals and other exhibits in the garden. Light refreshments also available. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Organ Theatre Sunday Opening
320 Camp Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5PE
On Sunday 13th October 2019, 2.00pm to 4.30pm, do something different and visit St Albans Organ Theatre. The theatre is only open on the second Sunday of each month and during the Sunday opening there will be a live and continuous musical performance of the various instruments given with an informal, descriptive commentary. The afternoon includes a 10 minute interval for refreshments at 3.25pm. Visitors are welcome to attend at any time during the afternoon. Visit the website for more information.
Letchworth Broadway – The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Eastcheap, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3DD
On Sunday 13th October 2019, visit the Broadway Theatre in Letchworth to see The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, featuring a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The show faithfully adapts four of Eric Carle’s stories: Brown Bear, Brown Bear; 10 Little Rubber Ducks; The Very Lonely Firefly; and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
St Albans Farmers’ Market
St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
St Albans Farmers’ Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month. Visit St Peter’s Street in St Albans on Sunday 13th October 2019, 9am to 2pm and browse the stalls of artisan produce and local specialities including seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh herbs, quality meat and game, local cheeses, cakes, bread and preserves. Visit the website for more information.
Forty Hall Farm – Apple Fair
Forty Hill, Enfield, EN2 9HA
On Sunday 13th October 2019, 11am to 4pm, visit Forty Hall Farm for the annual Apple Day celebration and celebrate all things appley. Expect old favourites like apple bobbing, apple pressing demos and apple stall, local food stalls, as well as much more for young and old. Visit the website for more information.
Luton Library Theatre – Macbeth
Luton Central Library, St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
On Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th October 2019, visit Luton Library Theatre to see Macbeth. This is London, October 1987, Black Monday. This is a tale of greed, betrayal and murder. This is Macbeth. Award-winning theatre company, Proteus, present a hugely physical re-imagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth as a corporate thriller which explores race, class and identity, set against the background of the ‘greed is good’ corporate landscape of 1980s Britain. This new production features movement from George Mann of Theatre Ad Infinitum set to a soundtrack of 80s electro hits, synth-inspired modern classics interwoven with specially composed music. Suitable from 12 years old +. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
Hertford Theatre – Horrible Histories – Awful Egyptians
The Wash, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1PS
From Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th October 2019, come to the Hertford Theatre and see Horrible Histories – Awful Egyptians! From the fascinating pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt! It’s the history of Egypt with the nasty bits left in! Suitable for children aged 5 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Hertford Theatre – Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors
The Wash, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1PS
From Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th October 2019, come to the Hertford Theatre and see Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors! From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch-up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience! Suitable for children aged 5 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Chickenshed Theatre – Tales From The Shed
Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE
Tales From The Shed will be at Chickenshed Theatre on Friday 18th to Saturday 19th October 2019. Tales from the Shed are vibrant, interactive theatre shows presented by Chickenshed, that are perfect for young children aged 0-6 years old. They are informal, lively and amazingly engaging as the performers and audience share the same space – children are always encouraged to make a lot of noise and to make the story happen. Expect fun, silliness, colourful puppets and live songs. Every week explore a different story featuring the same much-loved characters. Come along and be prepared to believe in the magic. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Spooky Wrest Park
Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR
Visit Wrest Park from Saturday 19th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, 11am-4pm. Grab your cloaks and steady your nerves as your little horrors scare themselves silly this Halloween! Mysterious goings-on await you at petrifying Wrest Park. Meet our gruesome guides as they take you on a journey into the puzzling past. Use all your wits to solve the riddles and claim your terrifying treat. Have a go at carving your very own pumpkin to take away (additional charge of £4 for pumpkin carving). Visit the website for more information.
Alban Arena – Tabby McTat
Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD
On Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th October 2019, don’t miss Tabby McTat at the Alban Arena. Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Tabby McTat is a heart-warming tale of friendship and loyalty interwoven with original songs and a sprinkling of magic. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Science In St Albans: Novum Organum Scientiarum
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Visit the St Albans Museum + Gallery from Saturday 19th October to Sunday 15th March 2020, to see the latest major exhibition, Science In St Albans: Novum Organum Scientiarum. This fascinating exhibition celebrates some of the incredible scientists who have lived and worked in St Albans and the surrounding district. Using Francis Bacon’s scientific method as outlined in his momentous works, Novum Organum, this exhibition explores the discoveries of other scientists that used his method: from the longest running agriculture experiment in the world at Rothamsted to the pioneering work of entomologist Eleanor Ormerod and Stephen Hawking’s work on black holes. Entrance is free. Visit the website for more information.
Hertford Theatre – The Close-Up Show
The Wash, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1PS
On Saturday 19th October 2019, enjoy an intimate evening of close-up magic, trickery and sleight of hand with 3 magicians in The Close-Up Show. Close-up magic is one of the most popular and impressive forms of the art and this unique event showcases some of the best exponents direct from the sell-out shows at The Magic Circle. Audiences get to experience the magic in the intimate setting of the Studio, often taking part themselves. Prepare to be amazed! Suitable for audience members aged 10 years old and above. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
The Pop Up Farm Pumpkin Patch
London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8HT
Visit the Pop-Up Farm this October! Locally grown pumpkins and squashes will be available in the Pumpkin Patch, so you can pick your own. Get your wheelbarrow and then choose your own pumpkins and squashes in the pumpkin patch, pop them in your wheelbarrow and head to the checkout! Weigh your pumpkins, take photos on the pumpkin sofas and then load your pumpkins into your car. Entry is free. The Pop-Up Farm will be open every day from Saturday 19th to Wednesday 30th October 2019. Wear your wellies and check The Pop-Up Farm website for updates before you travel as opening hours are subject to weather conditions. Visit the website for more information.
The Pumpkin Patch Milton Keynes
Mount Mill, Deanshanger, Buckinghamshire, MK19 6DG
Come and pick your pumpkins straight from the farmer’s fields. There are eight different varieties of pumpkin to choose from, a bale maze and hot and cold refreshments. Located on a main road between Buckingham and Milton Keynes. The Pumpkin Patch Milton Keynes is open from Saturday 19th to Thursday 31st October 2019, 10am-4pm. Visit the Facebook Page for more information.
Jordans Mill – Let’s Go Wild
Southill Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9JX
Visit Jordans Mill from Saturday 19th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, and pick up your Let’s Go Wild Activity Passport, which helps little ones go on the hunt for wildlife in the Mill Meadow and Woodland. Complete the pages of the passport to earn a special badge. A Let’s Go Wild Passport costs £1.50 per child, or FREE with the purchase of every children’s meal in the Riverside Café. No need to book, just turn up. The gardens at Jordans Mill are open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm. Visit the website for more information.
Dunstable Downs – Pumpkin Trail
Dunstable Downs, Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2GY
Come to the Gateway Centre at Dunstable Downs, Saturday 19th October to Thursday 31st October 2019, 10.30am to 3.30pm, and pick up a trail sheet at reception for the Pumpkin Trail. Jack is throwing a big Halloween party for his friends but they have all got lost in the woods around his house. Follow the trail to help him find them and guide them back to the visitor centre in time for afternoon tea! £3 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit the website for more information.
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo – Boo At The Zoo
Whipsnade, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LF
Enjoy a spook-tacular range of Halloween themed activities, animal demonstrations and crafts at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo from Saturday 19th to Thursday 31st October 2019! You can even take part in pumpkin carving (extra charge applies) and enjoy special Halloween versions of the zoo’s popular animal talks, feeds and demonstrations. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Rhodes Arts Complex – Dear Zoo
1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3JG
On Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th October 2019, visit the Rhodes Arts Complex to see Dear Zoo. This production will delight young and old. Enter the world of Rod Campbell’s best-selling ‘lift-the-flap’ book as the story unfolds on stage with puppets, music and lots of audience interaction. Suitable for children aged 2 years upwards and their families. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Willows Activity Farm Pumpkin Festival
Coursers Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0PF
From Saturday 19th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, visit the Willows Activity Farm Pumpkin Festival and receive a FREE pumpkin for every child throughout the festival, straight from the fantastic Willows Pumpkin Patch. There’s also pumpkin carving and loads of activities and shows to keep children entertained all day long. Peter Rabbit and Friends will star in seasonal shows and meet & greets plus there will be some prehistoric visitors with dinosaur shows and activities. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Hemel Old Town Hall – Hansel and Gretel
High Street, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 3AE
On Saturday 19th October 2019, visit The Old Town Hall in Hemel and see Hansel and Gretel. Deep in an enchanted forest everybody’s looking for something to eat. A tasty treat, a sticky sweet – some children’s feet? Hansel and Gretel are lost, searching for a way home, only to find themselves on the menu of a sweet-toothed witch. Goody and Storey and Norwich Puppet Theatre present a colourful retelling of the classic Grimms’ fairy tale. Suitable for children aged 3 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
RSPB The Lodge – Fungi Trail
The Heath, Potton, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2DL
From Saturday 19th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, 11am to 3pm, visit The Lodge Nature Reserve in Bedfordshire and take part in the half-term fungi trail to search for the weird and wonderful toadstools you can discover on the reserve. The trail is £1 per trail sheet. Parking is £6 for non-RSPB members (make sure you take cash and small change to pay for parking). Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Cathedral – Play Among The Stars
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
On Sunday 20th October 2019, at 3pm and again at 3.30pm, visit St Albans Cathedral and be transported to a galaxy far, far away, as the organ fills the Cathedral with music from the movies. Hear some of your favourite science fiction soundtracks, including the theme from Star Wars and Interstellar, as you’ve never heard them before. Suitable for all ages. Entry will be free, with a retiring collection in aid of Cathedral Music funds. Visit the website for more information.
Shenley Apple Day
Radlett Lane, Shenley, Hertfordshire, WD7 9DW
Visit Shenley Park Walled Garden on Sunday 20th October 2019, 12noon to 5pm, for Shenley Apple Day 2019. Enjoy everything apple, including eating, tasting and juicing. Sample and buy different varieties of apple and see a juicing demonstration. There will also be refreshments and home-made cakes, all inside a marquee in the Walled Garden. Visit the website for more information.
Dunstable Downs – Apple Day
Whipsnade Tree Cathedral, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LQ
Come to the Jubilee Orchard at Whipsnade Tree Cathedral on Sunday 20th October 2019, 10.am to 3pm, to enjoy all things apple. Have a go at pressing some apples, or get some inspiration for apple based desserts. Bring along a bottle and take home some freshly pressed juice. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit the website for more information.
Dunstable Downs – Pixie and Goblin Afternoon Tea
Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2GY
Book your place for the Pixie and Goblin Afternoon Tea at Dunstable Downs from Monday 21st to Thursday 31st October 2019. Booking is essential, call 03442 491895 to book your place or book online. Enjoy a Halloween-themed afternoon tea. Have a spooky scone, a chilling cupcake and a scary sandwich, along with a terrifyingly terrific tea or a creepy coffee for the adults. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Visit the website to book your afternoon tea or for more information.
The Quarry Theatre – We’ve Got Dragons
26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NN
On Monday 21st October 2019, visit the Quarry Theatre to see You’ve Got Dragons! Dragons come when you least expect it. You turn around and they’re there. Lots of people get them: bad dreams, swirly tummy, feeling prickly. Sometimes they make you feel alone. What can a child with a bad case of dragons do? With live, original music, this highly visual, sensitive production is a humorous and touching exploration of the dragons we all face. Recommended for children 3-10 years old and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Mead Open Farm – Freaky FunFest
Stanbridge Road, Billington, Nr Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 9JH
Mead Open Farm’s Freaky FunFest runs from Monday 21st October to Friday 1st November 2019. Choose your Fear Factor at five spooky attractions, there’s something spooky for everyone and this year it’s bigger and better than ever! For a small extra charge, pick your own pumpkin and carve a funny face at the NEW Pumpkin Patch! Tiptoe through the Haunted Hotel but don’t look behind you! If you’re brave enough then try the terrific twists and turns of Topper’s Twister or the Shed of Dread. Can you help Little Red Riding Hood find her way to Grandma’s house in Scary Tales? For the little ones and those seeking milder spooks, take a seat on the Tiny Terrors Tractor Ride. Don’t forget to come dressed up in your best Halloween costume. Visit the website for more information.
Mummy Meet Ups With LouAntenatal
Verdi’s Tratorria, 1a Clarence Park, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4NF
October’s Mummy Meet Up takes place on Monday 21st October 2019 at Verdi’s Tratorria, 1a Clarence Park, St Albans, AL1 4NF from 10.30am to 12noon. Come along if you’re pregnant or caring for a baby or toddler. Louise from ‘Lou Antenatal’ is a qualified midwife and will be on hand to answer any pregnancy or baby related questions whilst you enjoy a cuppa. Email louise@louantenatal.com for more information.
Ashridge Estate – Haunted Ashridge Trail and Craft
Moneybury Hill, Nr Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1LT
Come along to Ashridge Estate Visitor Centre from Monday 21st October to Friday 1st November 2019, 10am-4pm and follow the trail through the woods, meeting some former Ashridge residents along the way. You’ll be able to visit the old Shooting Lodge for a special surprise before returning to the visitor centre for a Halloween craft. £3 per child, no advance booking required. Visit the website for more information.
Stockwood Discovery Centre – Spooky Samhain
London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4LX
On Monday 21st October 2019, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre for Spooky Samhain. Luton Irish Forum will take over Stockwood for a day of spooky fun. Make your own Samhain Lantern based on a traditional Jack O’Lantern, to guide you on your spooky travels around Stockwood and join Hannah McDowel, a modern Seanshaí, for tales of Finn MacCoul, one of Ireland’s legendary heroes. Suitable for children of all ages and their families. Visit the website to book tickets for your 45 minute session, or for more information.
Stockwood Discovery Centre – Messy
London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4LX
On Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd October 2019, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre and see Messy, a magical and visual story from multi-award winning Zoo Co. There’ll be original music, puppets, tap dancing and even a trip to the moon! This performance is BSL and relaxed. Recommended for children 4-8 years old. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Wardown House – House Tour For Kids
Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7HA
On Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd October 2019, visit Wardown House for a fun, interactive tour of Wardown House, just for kids – strictly no parents allowed! Explore the nasty, grizzly and truly disgusting history of Wardown House. Tales of vicious villains, ghastly ghosts, wounded soldiers and a buffet of horror to rival the most repulsive bush-tucker trial and… a serious bout of explosive diarrhoea. Suitable for children aged 8-11 years old (older children welcome at the discretion of guardians). Children should be dropped off in the Dining Room and a responsible adult needs to remain on-site throughout the duration of the tour. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Luton Library Theatre – Monstersaurus
St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
On Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd October 2019, don’t miss Monstersaurus at the Luton Library Theatre. This show from the creators of Aliens Love Underpants is monster-ously good! Follow the young inventor Monty as he creates a whole world of whacky inventions and incredible monsters, but he has a problem – now he has made them all, what is he going to do with them? This energetic show full of thrills, spills, magic and mayhem will delight the whole family – with original music and plenty of audience participation. Suitable for children aged 3 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Grove Theatre – Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs: The Magic Cutlass
Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4GP
On Tuesday 22nd October 2019, Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs: The Magic Cutlass comes to the Grove Theatre! When Flinn is in the middle of his school play his old nemesis, Mr T and the T-Rex, appears and kidnaps his friends, forcing them to hunt for the Magic Cutlass; a sword that grants any wish! The children are whisked away for another fantastic adventure to a world of devious dinosaurs, deep sea dangers and smelly sausages. Suitable for children aged 3 years old and above and their families. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
The Hat Factory – Let’s Get Making Holiday Workshops
65-67 Bute Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2EY
On Tuesday 22nd October 2019, book your place at The Hat Factory for Let’s Get Making Holiday Workshop with Lisa Tilley! School’s out, it’s time to get making at The Hat Factory’s short one-day workshops 10am-3pm, where your child will have the opportunity to work with artists to make, explore, imagine and create their own art to take home. Suitable for children aged 8 years old and above. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
NHM Tring – Delightful or Deadly
Akeman Street, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 6AP
Visit the Natural History Museum at Tring from Tuesday 22nd to Thursday 24th October 2019 and uncover the truth about animals and which ones we should fear. Find out fascinating facts about animals we think are delightful or deadly and create your on craft spider to take home. Suitable for children aged 5 years old +. Visit the website to check opening times and for more information.
Wycombe Swan – Billionaire Boy
St Mary Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2XE
From Wednesday 23rd to Saturday 26th October 2019, visit the Wycombe Swan to see Billionaire Boy. Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the county. He has his own sports car, two crocodiles as pets and £100,000 a week pocket money. But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend. He decides to leave his posh school and start at the local comp. But things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes a roller-coaster as he tries to find what money can’t buy! From the award-winning West-End producers of Gangsta Granny and Awful Auntie comes this amazing new production of David Walliams’ best-selling story. Suitable for children aged 7 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
The Hat Factory – Let’s Get Making Holiday Workshops
65-67 Bute Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2EY
On Thursday 24th October 2019, book your place at The Hat Factory for Let’s Get Making Holiday Workshop with Abi Spendlove! School’s out, it’s time to get making at The Hat Factory’s short one-day workshops 10am-3pm, where your child will have the opportunity to work with artists to make, explore, imagine and create their own art to take home. Suitable for children aged 8 years old and above. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
Alban Arena – Milkshake! Live – Milkshake Monkey’s Musical
Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD
On Thursday 24th October 2019 see Milkshake! Live – Milkshake Monkey’s Musical at the Alban Arena. Milkshake Monkey can’t wait to put on a spectacular new musical for you all. But when stage fright hits… his favourite Milkshake friends come to help, creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen. Suitable for children aged 3-7 years old and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Stockwood Discovery Centre – Frankenstein for Kids
London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4LX
On Thursday 24th and Friday 25th October 2019, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre at 11am and also at 2pm, to see Frankenstein For Kids. In Circo Ridiculoso’s unique style, a story is adapted and mutated from horror to ha-ha-ha, from the dark and spooky to the light and airy. So why not step into the quirky tale of Frankenstein For Kids, a hilarious fusion of silliness, unscientific storytelling and monstrous balloon puppetry. Suitable for children aged 4 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
The Quarry Theatre – The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NN
From Thursday 24th to Sunday 27th October 2019, visit the Quarry Theatre to see The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, featuring a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The show faithfully adapts four of Eric Carle’s stories: Brown Bear, Brown Bear; 10 Little Rubber Ducks; The Very Lonely Firefly; and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Wrest Park – Halloween Woodland Walk
Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR
Visit Wrest Park from Friday 25th to Saturday 26th October 2019. Join Obadiah Squires and Mrs Bottom, ghost hunters and storytellers extraordinaire, on rarely trodden paths at this spooky time of year. Get ready for a mixture of spine-tingling and humorous stories that will tease and thrill, startle and shock everyone, young and old alike. Tours take place at 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm. This walk takes place outside, please wear clothing and shoes suitable for the weather. The tour is suitable for children aged 5-12 years old and their families and lasts for 45minutes. Don’t forget to enjoy a tasty treat to start or end your tour in the Orangery. Warm up around the fire pit while toasting marshmallows and enjoy a delicious selection of hot drinks, cakes, burgers, hotdogs and soup. Advance booking is essential. Visit the website for more information.
Chickenshed Theatre – Tales From The Shed
Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE
Tales From The Shed will be at Chickenshed Theatre on Friday 25th to Saturday 26th October 2019. Tales from the Shed are vibrant, interactive theatre shows presented by Chickenshed, that are perfect for young children aged 0-6 years old. They are informal, lively and amazingly engaging as the performers and audience share the same space – children are always encouraged to make a lot of noise and to make the story happen. Expect fun, silliness, colourful puppets and live songs. Every week explore a different story featuring the same much-loved characters. Come along and be prepared to believe in the magic. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
Luton Central Library – Heart of Light
St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
On Saturday 26th October 2019, book your tickets to see Heart of Light at the Luton Central Library. When Ravana the ten-headed demon draws darkness over the world, can Rama and Sita’s love and courage bring back a glimmer of light? Join Hanuman’s monkey army in the quest to restore the true King and Queen to the throne and cast radiance among the darkness. Forest Tribe Dance Theatre brings new relevance to the ancient tale of Rama and Sita. Visit the website to book your tickets, or for more information.
Langleybury Children’s Farm Halloween Party
Langleybury Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire, WD4 8RW
Get your tickets for the Langleybury Children’s Farm Halloween Party on Saturday 26th October 2019, 12noon until 7pm. Enjoy the crafts and fancy dress competition, pumpkin carving, music and much more. There will also be a BBQ, bar, a small selection of fairground rides and facepainting at additional cost. Tickets must be booked in advance by visiting the website.
Hertford Theatre – Oi Frog & Friends
The Wash, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1PS
On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October 2019, see Oi Frog & Friends at the Hertford Theatre. Join Frog, Cat and Dog in this new action-packed stage adaptation of Kes Gray and Jim Field’s bestselling books Oi Frog!, Oi Dog! and Oi Cat! Expect songs, puppets, laughs and more rhymes than you can shake a chime at. Suitable for children aged 3-6 years old and their families. Babes in arms tickets are free and available for children under 18 months old. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Gordon Craig Theatre – Peppa Pig – Best Day Ever
Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1LZ
On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October 2019, visit the Gordon Craig Theatre to see Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever. Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. With the car packed they are ready for their road trip of adventures. Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show, packed full of songs, games and laughter. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Waddesdon Manor – Horrible Halloween
Waddesdon, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH
Visit Waddesdon Manor from Saturday 26th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, 10am-3pm and enjoy the ever-popular Halloween trail, spooky treats to tickle your tastebuds, spooky storytelling, pumpkin carving and crafty activities for everyone to get involved with. Charges apply for some activities in addition to admission charges. Visit the website for more information.
Audley End Miniature Railway Halloween Train Ride
Audley End Road, Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4JB
Visit Audley End Miniature Railway from Saturday 26th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, for the Halloween Spooktacular 2019! Experience a spooky Halloween Train Ride deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate to visit the Witches and receive a special treat! Visit the Activity Area to create yourself a creepy craft, test out your thriller dance moves, listen to a spooky story and get your face painted! The Halloween Train Ride is spooky but never scary and is suitable for even the smallest of monsters. Booking is recommended. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Cathedral – Space Trail
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
From Saturday 26th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019, visit St Albans Cathedral and make amazing discoveries with a fantastic space-themed trail that takes you to far-off places in the Cathedral, where you’ll make amazing discoveries that are out of this world! Plus, take one small step onto the moon’s surface with a special moon mat. Collect your Space Trail from reception in the Welcome Centre. This activity is free, donations are gratefully received. Visit the website for more information.
Waddesdon Manor – Spooky Afternoon Tea
Waddesdon, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH
From Saturday 26th to Sunday 3rd November 2019, treat the kids to a spooky Halloween tea, including a delicious spooky snake, a ghost meringue and an eyeball cupcake. There’s an eerie twist to afternoon teas for adults too. Available 12noon-4.15pm in the Manor Restaurant. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Visit the website to book or for more information.
Royal Gunpowder Mills – Dr Gore’s Spooky Mad Lab
Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JY
Visit Royal Gunpowder Mills from Saturday 26th to Friday 1st November 2019 for Dr Gore’s Spooky Mad Lab! Science Shows run at 11.40am, 1.40pm and 3.40pm. Evil Dr Gore will be undertaking some scientific demonstrations as part of a hauntingly delightful mix of science and fun that will entertain the family. In the Spooky Mad Lab Dr Gore’s assistants will help you conjure up wickedly messy experiments such as creating magic potions and glorious goo. There’s a fantastic mix of science and fun throughout each day. Visit the website to book tickets or for detailed information about this event.
Watford Colosseum – Justin Fletcher Live
Rickmansworth Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 3JN
On Sunday 27th October 2019, visit Watford Colosseum to see Justin Fletcher Live. Come and see CBeebies superstar Justin Fletcher live on stage in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza. Justin Live is a fun show for all the family, packed full of popular interactive songs and dance routines, comedy and some custard pies too! All children over 18 months old need a ticket, if you will be bringing a child under 18 months old please contact the venue to book your Babes In Arms ticket. Visit the website to book your tickets or for more information.
The Hat Factory – Heart of Light
65-67 Bute Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2EY
On Sunday 27th October 2019, book your tickets to see Heart of Light at the Hat Factory. When Ravana the ten-headed demon draws darkness over the world, can Rama and Sita’s love and courage bring back a glimmer of light? Join Hanuman’s monkey army in the quest to restore the true King and Queen to the throne and cast radiance among the darkness. Forest Tribe Dance Theatre brings new relevance to the ancient tale of Rama and Sita. Visit the website to book your tickets, or for more information.
Luton Library Theatre – Eggs On Legs
Luton Central Library, St George’s Square, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NG
On Sunday 27th October 2019, visit the Luton Library Theatre to see Eggs On Legs. Meet a family of zany Eggs On Legs, living in a lost pocket of the globe. One day the wind blows a huge egg into their tree and they are excited to play with it. But what happens if it hatches and can they protect it from the slithery snake? Garlic Theatre conjure a poetic, Dr Seuss world full of eggcentric puppets and music to make you roll around with laughter. A cracking family show bursting with wonder and surprise – you will never look at an egg in the same way again. Suitable for children aged 3-8 years old and above. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans South Signal Box Open Day
Ridgmont Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3AJ
St Albans South Signal Box Open Day takes place on Sunday 27th October 2019, 2-5pm. Signalling demonstrations run continuously on the operating floor and there are full size signals and other exhibits in the garden. Light refreshments also available. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Big Draw
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
On Monday 28th October 2019, 10.30am-12.30pm and again at 2-4pm pop into St Albans Museum + Gallery, be inspired by the Science in St Albans exhibition and this year’s Big Draw theme. Come and discover the joy in the mindful act of sketching. Working as a family, work with professional artist Laura Ellis to create a fantastic masterpiece. Please note that children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times. This activity is free. This activity will take place in the Learning Studio at St Albans Museum + Gallery. Visit the website for more information.
Burston Garden Centre – Create Your Own Spooky Wind Chime
North Orbital Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 2DS
On Monday 28th, Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st October 2019, between 10am and 2pm, book your place to enjoy some half-term fun at Burston Garden Centre. Create your own spooky wind chime. Children will love decorating their own wind chime to take home with them. £4 per child and booking online in advance is advisable, as these events often sell-out. Visit the website for more information.
Knebworth Pumpkin Trail and Treats
Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG1 2AX
Knebworth Pumpkin Trail and Treats takes place on Saturday 26th, Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th October 2019, a ticket only event with pumpkin activities, trail through the gardens and spooky fun and games for children. There will also be a goody bag at the end of the trail. The house and adventure playground will be closed and advance booking is essential. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Cathedral – One Small Step
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
From Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019, come to St Albans Cathedral between 8.30am and 5.30pm and see the floor of the Crossing transformed into a lunar landscape, offering you a once in a lifetime opportunity to walk on the moon! This very special installation to commemorate the Moon Landing uses NASA imagery of the lunar surface, allowing you to walk on the moon and take you very own ‘One Small Step’. The moon mat will be free to visit during the day – why not come and take a selfie! Suitable for all ages. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Cathedral – Space Voyage
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
From Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019, book your tickets to visit Space Voyage at St Albans Cathedral and take a journey to the moon and stars. This spectacular space-themed son-et-lumière will illuminate the exterior and interior of the cathedral in a dramatic experience of cosmic light and sound, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing. Take a journey to the edge of the universe and back. Advance booking is strongly recommended as this is expected to be an extremely popular event. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
Adventure Tuition- Creative Writing Camp
St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4JP
Book your child’s place on this autumn’s Creative Writing Camp in St Albans from Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019, 9.30am-1.30pm each day. The course is designed for children aged 7-12 years old and will give children the time and space to nurture their creativity. All children come away with their own printed version of their story. Classes will be led by fully qualified and experienced teachers in groups of no more than 8 children. Visit the website to book your place or for more information.
Watford Palace Theatre – The Scarecrows’ Wedding
20 Clarendon Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1JZ
On Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th October 2019, visit the Watford Palace Theatre to see The Scarecrow’s Wedding. The team behind StickMan present the best wedding ever, the best wedding yet…. This heart-warming and award-winning adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s best-selling book is bursting at the seams with wit, drama and wedding bells! Packed with live music and laughter, this is one hour’s magic that you and your children will never forget! Suitable for children aged 3 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
Hertford Museum – Spooky Stagecoaches and Horrible Highwaymen
18 Bull Plain, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1DT
Visit the Hertford Museum from Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st October 2019, 10.30am-3.30pm (last entry 3pm), for a family friendly drop-in craft session. Create your own gothic stagecoach, a stand-up highwayman and horse and a robber’s mask to wear home! All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, this activity is £2.50 per child. Drop-in anytime. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Science Themed Museum Minis
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Museum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery takes place on Tuesday 29th October 2019 with sessions at 10-11am and again at 11.30am-12.30pm. Enjoy a story and craft activity with a science theme, as well as a museum hunt, suitable for children aged 2-4 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is a charge of £3 per child for craft activities. Book online or pay in person at the museum. Visit the website for more information.
SandPit Theatre – Goldilocks and the Three Bears Plus
Sandringham School, The Ridgeway, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9NX
Booster Cushion Theatre presents Goldilocks and the Three Bears Plus at the SandPit Theatre in St Albans on Tuesday 29th October 2019. Everything is in disguise and the story goes into the skies with this comical re-telling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. A comical and interactive show, suitable for children aged 3 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book your tickets, or for more information.
Burston Garden Centre – Biscuit Decorating
North Orbital Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 2DS
On Tuesday 29th October 2019, between 10am and 2pm, book your place to enjoy some half-term fun at Burston Garden Centre. Decorate Halloween-themed gingerbread biscuits. Choose from a selection of gruesome shapes and take three away to sample at home! £3 per child and booking online in advance is advisable, as these events often sell-out. Visit the website for more information.
Wycombe Swan – Brainiac Live
St Mary Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2XE
On Tuesday 29th October 2019, visit the Wycombe Swan to see Brainiac Live. Strap on your safety goggles… science’s greatest and most volatile live show is returning with a vengeance. Based on the original TV show Brainiac Live will take you on a breathless ride through the wild world of the weird and wonderful. Expect exploding dustbins, combusting microwaves and loads of live daredevil stunts. Suitable for children aged 5 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
NHM Tring – Delightful or Deadly
Akeman Street, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 6AP
Visit the Natural History Museum at Tring from Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st October 2019 and uncover the truth about animals and which ones we should fear. Find out fascinating facts about animals we think are delightful or deadly and create your on craft spider to take home. Suitable for children aged 5 years old +. Visit the website to check opening times and for more information.
Luton Hoo Walled Garden Autumn Open Day
West Hyde Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4LF
The Luton Hoo Walled Garden opens its doors on Wednesday 30th October 2019, 10.30am-1pm. Discover the history of the walled garden with one of the free tours. There will also be children’s activities, refreshments and cake. Wrap up warm and enjoy the Luton Hoo Walled Garden this Autumn. Entry £5, Children (4 yrs and over) £3, under 4’s free. Free parking. Visit the website for more information.
Harpenden Common – Circus Berlin
St Albans Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JF
Circus Berlin is coming to Harpenden Common from Wednesday 30th October to Sunday 3rd November 2019. Circus Berlin brings together an amazing array of acts including beautiful aerial artists, whirlwind jugglers, a laser duo sending laser beams from their fingers and the sensational wheel of death, rotating into the roof of the Big Top. There will be high wire walkers, rola rola balancing and a motorcycle stunt team performing the Globe of Steel. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Planetarium Projections – Relaxed Show
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Get your tickets for Planetarium Projections – A Tour of the Solar System (Relaxed Show) at St Albans Museum + Gallery on Wednesday 30th October 2019, (suitable for children aged 8 years old+). This SEND friendly show is for visitors that might appreciate a quieter and more relaxed atmosphere. Take a tour around the solar system, visiting the sun and each of the planets fromMercury to Neptune. Learn about interesting moons, follow famous space missions and visit some other unusual objects in the solar system. The event takes place in a planetarium which is an inflatable dome. Visitors must remain seated for the duration of the show. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Planetarium Projections – A Tour of the Solar System
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Get your tickets for Planetarium Projections – A Tour of the Solar System at St Albans Museum + Gallery on Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st October 2019, (suitable for children aged 8 years old+). Take a tour around the solar system, visiting the sun and each of the planets from Mercury to Neptune. Learn about interesting moons, follow famous space missions and visit some other unusual objects in the solar system. The event takes place in a planetarium which is an inflatable dome. Visitors must remain seated for the duration of the show. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Planetarium Projections – Stars and Constellations
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Get your tickets for Planetarium Projections – Stars and Constellations at St Albans Museum + Gallery on Wednesday 30th October 2019, sessions at 10.30am and again at 11.45am (suitable for children aged 8 years old+). For hundreds of years the constellations have been used to tell stories, for navigation and to understand the night sky. Come and investigate the stars, starting with our own star, the Sun, learn about their life cycles and their place in the galaxy. The event takes place in a planetarium which is an inflatable dome. Visitors must remain seated for the duration of the show. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
Radlett Centre – Emily Rising
1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8HL
On Wednesday 30th October 2019, come along to the Radlett Centre to see Emily Rising. Following a hugely successful run at Little Angel Theatre in 2016, Emily Rising is heading out on a UK tour. Emily wakes one bright autumn morning to find that her feet can’t touch the ground and no-one can understand why. Discover the nature of friendship and growing-up through the eyes of a child. Suitable for children aged 7 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets, or for more information.
Highfield Park Bug Hunt
Highfield Park Visitors Centre, Hill End Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0RA
On Wednesday 30th October 2019, 10.30am to 12.30pm (last entry at 12noon) go along to Highfield Park for the Bug Hunt. Find the bugs hiding in the park and get a creepy-crawly treat. Start at Highfield Park Visitor Centre, Hill End Lane, St Albans, AL4 0RA. The Bug Hunt is £3 per child, ideal for children aged 5 to 10 years old and no booking is required. Visit the website for more information.
Something Spooky at Inn on the Park Café
St Michael’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4SN
Come to the Halloween Den on Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st October 2019 (10.15am or 11.30am), for Halloween fun for 3-8 year olds! Party games, bubbles, singing and dancing with the Wish Upon a Party Witch as well as vampire juice (squash) and spooky treats. Tickets are £8.25 and must be purchased in advance in the cafe or call 01727 838246. Visit the website for more information.
St Albans Cathedral Family Discovery Morning – Space The Final Frontier
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
Come and enjoy the St Albans Cathedral Family Discovery Morning, 10am to 12.30pm on Thursday 31st October 2019. The FREE Family Discovery Morning trail allows you to explore the Cathedral with plenty of opportunity for arts and crafts along the way. Suitable for children aged 3-11 years old. Please arrive before noon in order to have time to complete the activities. Visit the website for more information.
Verulamium Museum – Crafts in the Colonnade
St Micheal’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4SW
Crafts in the Colonnade at Verulamium Museum, St Albans takes place on Thursday 31st October 2019, drop-in between 2-4pm (last entry 3.30pm). Come along and take part in themed craft activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t forget to bring proof of residence in St Albans District to qualify for free entry to the museum (£1.50 charge for craft activities). Visit the website for more information.
Baby Broadway Family Concert
Chickenshed Theatre, Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE
Baby Broadway brings West End musicals to the Chickenshed on Thursday 31st October 2019 at 10am and 11.15am, come and join in the fun! Enjoy well-known musical numbers from your favourite shows and films, all performed by amazing West End singers. You can also expect bubbles, puppetry, dance moves and lots of audience interaction – join in as much or as little as you want. All ages are welcome. Concerts last approx. 45 minutes. Visit the website to book your tickets, or for more information.
St Albans Cathedral – Doctor Who – A Voyage In Space and Time
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY
On Thursday 31st October 2019 at 2pm, visitors to St Albans Cathedral will be taken on a rollercoaster voyage through time, space and six decades of ‘The Doctor’, with opportunities to meet real Daleks and other special guests. Frank Danes, Doctor Who expert and author of ‘Six Decades of Adventure in Space and Time,’ will take visitors on an interactive journey about all things Doctor Who – from screen history, the battle between good and evil and monsters made of bubble wrap. As part of this special free afternoon, you may also have the opportunity to meet and take photos with some of Doctor Who’s most iconic characters, including two real-life Daleks. Visit the website for more information.
SandPit Theatre – A Dragon’s Tale
The Ridgeway, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9NX
On Thursday 31st October 2019, come along to the SandPit Theatre in St Albans to see A Dragon’s Tale. The foolish John Lambton throws a strange, googly-eyed fish back into the river. But instead of swimming away, the funny looking fish begins to grow and grow until… it turns into an enormous, gigantic worm-like dragon! What has John done! Using an exciting mix of puppets and music, Paul Batten from Theatrix Arts performs this magical story based on the ancient legend of the Lambton Worm. You can also create your own dragon puppet after the show, just bring an extra £1 per person is you would like to take part in the craft workshop. Suitable for children aged 4 years old + and their families. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
St Albans Museum + Gallery – Planetarium Projections – Earth, Sun, Moon
Market Place, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5DJ
Get your tickets for Planetarium Projections – Earth, Sun, Moon at St Albans Museum + Gallery on Thursday 31st October 2019, (ideal for children 5-7 years old). Learn more about planet Earth, the sun and the moon in this short show for younger visitors. Discover how craters are formed and how the sun create the northern lights. The event takes place in a planetarium which is an inflatable dome. Visitors must remain seated for the duration of the show. Visit the website to book tickets or for more information.
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