Family Fun October Half Term

Ten things to do at October Half Term 2020

Run wild at Wonder Woods Playground, Stonor Park

Open Daily 11-5. For younger children there’s super-soft sand and pumping water or letting their imagination run wild in the playhouse. There are rocking deer, a wibbly wobble dish, seesaw and slide too. And for older children, there’s the Wonder Wood pile and twisty rope tangle, the 9m Pyramid Tower to climb and slide off, tree house, wavy slide, giant nest swing, spooky tunnel and the 50 metre zip wire?

Have a go at the River & Rowing Museum – Half Term Family Fun 

Open Mon, Thu-Sun 10-4. The River & Rowing Museum is perfect for a visit in the October Half Term with a magical calendar of family activities and spooky fun, including children’s workshops and the Museum’s new Gallery Trails.

• Family Fun Day:  Autumn Magic -Thursday 29 Oct - 10am – 4pm pre-booked sessions
• Workshop: Night Animals - Monday 26 Oct 10.30am – 12.30pm 4-7yrs
• Workshop: Ready, Steady SQUIRREL - Friday 30 Oct 10.30am – 12.30pm 4-7yrs
• Workshop Mythical Monsters – Friday 30 Oct 2 – 4pm 7-11yrs
• Wind in the Willows Exhibition - Amazing sets and models tell the story, along with a hand-held audio guide. Sound effects and theatrical lighting add to the magic of the experience. Click here for more information.
• NEW GALLERY TRAILS - Travel back in time or go on an artistic adventure by downloading one of the Museum’s new Gallery Trails, developed to enhance your visit and bring the Museum to life.
• Outdoor adventures for the whole family: Riverside Trails Families will love the Museum’s fun and educational outdoor self-led trails for children under 11. There are two trails to choose from, which can be used on smart phones or printed off:  Wind in the Willows Meadow Trail and River History Trail

Pre-booking is required for all Museum visits, activities and tours.

Activities at home: Staycation Creations - Throughout the summer holidays, the team at the Museum has shared inspirational art and craft ideas for families to create together. These have proved so popular, that the team are continuing to add to the collection of themed activities, such as simple instructional videos on how to make a bug hotel.

COMING SOON - Elmer & Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee Exhibition. Opening Autumn 2020. This exciting new exhibition invites you to journey into the world of author and illustrator David McKee. Elmer is one of the most widely-read books of all time – loved by big and small people. As if by magic, you can explore Elmer’s jungle and enter Mr Benn’s costume shop. Or simply immerse yourself in the visual feast of original illustrations (along with artwork from other books by David McKee including Not Now Bernard, Mr Benn and King Rollo).

Enjoy Family Fun at Cliveden National Trust

We’ve selected some of the Autumn ideas from 50 Things to do at Cliveden Before You’re 125 3/4!

• Spot the gourds growing in the Walled Garden
• Smell a flower you’ve never smelled before
• Spot the difference between the ancient baboon statues in the Long Garden
• Wait for a gust of autumn wind on Blenheim Lawn and try to catch a falling leaf
• Search the Grove for the statue of Prince Albert and his dog
• Find the Fire Engine

Take a Boat Trip and spot the Autumn Colours

• Hobbs of Henley from Henley
• Thames Rivercruise from Reading
• French Brothers from Windsor
• City Cruises from Westminster Pier, London

Get active on the water

• Go Punting or row a boat at Oxford with Salters Steamers - Punts (capacity 6)/Rowing Boat (capacity 5) £20 per hour
• Hire a motor boat for an hour, a day or longer from: Hobbs of Henley (Henley), Kris Cruisers (Datchet, Windsor), Salters Steamers (Oxford)
• Try Paddleboarding, canoeing or kayaking with Moose Canoe & SUP Hire (Bisham Abbey) They have a fleet of Canadian canoes, SUPs and Sit on Top Kayaks to hire from a half or full day to a longer duration of your choice. Their experienced team will help you with everything from making the canoe or stand up paddle board booking to deciding which route down the River Thames to take.

Take a look at the animals at Beale Wildlife Park and follow the Halloween Trail

Open daily from 10 - 6 (last admission at 5pm)

Beale Park Wildlife Park & Gardens is located on the banks of the River Thames in Berkshire, and is home to a unique collection of rare and endangered birds, with animal favourites including monkeys, prairie dogs, meerkats, raccoons, coati, lemurs and wallabies. Ideal for all ages, younger visitors have a choice of several adventure play areas including the UK’s only Little Tikes Village and a ride on a narrow gauge diesel railway!

In October half term (Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November) there is free entry for a child fully dressed up for Halloween (if accompanied by a full paying adult). There will be a Halloween trail, make and take activities and the Park will be dressed for the spooky season. Keep an eye on our social media sites for updates on the Halloween fun we have planned!

Family Fun Breaks

Family Fun Package For 4 at The Oakley Court Hotel, Windsor

Make life-long memories with the family at The Oakley Court Hotel, Windsor. The family friendly hotel features 33 acres of beautiful surroundings which offers a unique backdrop with plenty of space to sprawl out and relax or embark on a good run around – tag, you’re it!

This Experience Includes:

• Two adult & two children’s tickets to Windsor Castle
• Luxury accommodation for a family of four in two Character Bedrooms**
• Mini bathrobes, Royal Windsor colouring book and pencils, an Oakley Court bear, seeds to feed the ducks and milk and cookies at bedtime for each child
• Use of our Garden Games (Seasonal) and Board Games in the Mansion House
• Full English Breakfast for the family
• Complimentary upgrade to a Riverview Feature or Executive Double room (subject to availability upon check in)
• Full use of our Vitality Club throughout your stay.

Book a Family October Half Term Staycation at the Runnymede on Thames Hotel & Spa

The perfect location for visiting a number of local family attractions, but if you’d like a day just relaxing there is plenty to keep kids happy.  With three tennis courts, an outdoor play area or a family stroll along the towpath, the Thames Path National Trail. Alternatively, let the kids loose during our family splash time at the indoor pool or hire one of our boats and cruise along the river. As an extra special treat, kids will receive a spooky treat on arrival and Leftbank will be themed to celebrate Halloween! Book a Halloween Family Break