Family-fun events throughout Staffordshire during October half term
With the school year’s first break coming up at the end of October, families are being reminded about a host of fun days out happening across the week.
Visit Staffordshire is highlighting some of their top picks, many embracing the Halloween season, including live shows, festivals, family-friendly nature trails and more pumpkins than anyone will know what to do with.
At Lower Drayton Farm, visitors can go pumpkin picking across 25 acres, explore the indoor pumpkin village and take their chosen pumpkin to the carving barn. And at Canalside Farm, more pumpkins are ready for harvesting along with family games and a chance to explore the two mazes.
More spooky fun can be had at the new Staffordshire History Centre in Stafford, including a ‘Creepy Crafts’ event on Friday 31 October and an interactive coat of arms crafting session on Wednesday 29 October.
Also in Stafford is a Horrible Histories live show at Stafford’s Gatehouse Theatre on Thursday 30 October, with their lauded production ‘Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians.’
Alton Towers and Drayton Manor Park continue to offer families fun days out with plenty to do, with Alton Towers’ Scarefest returning this year to join in the county’s Halloween festivities.
Both the Halloween Monster Caper at Tamworth Castle and Adventure Farm’s terrifying Screamfest in Burton can be enjoyed any day of the break.
Also at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, there are activities such as an autumn nature trail and interactive storytelling sessions.
Martin Murray, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills at Staffordshire County Council, said:
“No matter where you are in the county, no matter whether you prefer nature walks or indoor shows, there really is something for everyone to enjoy this October half term.
“Tourism is a huge part of our overall economy and events like these not only showcase the best of Staffordshire but also support our local businesses and communities. So whether it’s pumpkin picking, ghostly walks, crafts workshops or trips to a museum, we have it all. We are, and will continue to be, England’s best and biggest playground.”
The half term holiday also offers many opportunities to enjoy the natural world with a spooky Halloween twist. In Newcastle, the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust will be hosting a free fun day on Tuesday 28 October for children aged five and over. The day will feature arts and crafts, cooking, muddy potions and a Halloween trail.
More nature fun can be found in the Staffordshire Moorlands, where the RSPB are hosting their own Halloween trail at the Coombes Valley nature reserve, and on Cannock Chase where people can enjoy a nighttime adventure with Go Ape Cannock.
Staffordshire’s tourism sector is worth approximately £2.7 billion a year and supports around 25,000 jobs. It remains a critical part of the county’s economy.
People can find more activities and fun days across Staffordshire during the half term on the Visit Staffordshire website.
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