Looking for exciting activities to keep the kids busy in Warwickshire this October half term? From the classic pumpkin picking to musicals, creative workshops to a spooktacular Hatton adventure, Warwickshire has no shortage of brilliant things to do with your little ones. Here are 5 of our favourites – perfect for family days out or little adventures!

1. Workshops at Kingsbury Water Park

Kingsbury Water Park offers numerous workshops throughout the October to keep your kids connected with the natural life around them in a fun and engaging way. Two workshops that stand out are ‘The Spooky Staffs’ and the ‘Teddy Bear Dens and Marshmallows at Kingsbury Water Park’. Both are priced at £5.70 for an hour and a half of practical fun for the kids. Outside of pre-bookable activities, entry to Kingsbury Water Park is free so make a full day out of the experience by following the trails, spending time in the two play areas and grabbing a bite to eat from the cafe.

2. Watch a musical at Belgrade Theatre

Kids aged 8+ can go watch the popular book series Percy Jackson come to life on stage! The Lightning Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical is on stage here from the 14th - 18th October. Catch it on the 15th for the lowest cost, the 7pm showing on the 16th for a BSL Integrated performance or the 2pm showing on the 18th for the audio described performance.

3. Try Pumpkin Picking with Pumpkins R Us

For the classic October activity of pumpkin picking head over to Pumpkins R Us from the 4th October onwards. This site also has a terrific spooky shop and cafe! Book your timeslot on their website for a place. Or for a slightly spookier experience book onto the evening event which spans 7-10 pm.

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4. Dive Into Halloween Spooktacular at Hatton Adventure World

Adventure World’s Halloween Spooktacular runs on weekends 11th - 12th, 18th - 19th and 25th–2nd November, from 10am to 5:30pm.  Expect loads of family-friendly fun like pumpkin carving, a haunted cabin walk, a trick-or-treat village, magic shows, and even a laser combat zombie run for kids aged 8 and up. All activities are included in the price, making this a brilliant family day out.

5. Family fun at the Warwick Arts Centre

Warwick Arts Centre offers a great mix of events this autumn and winter, including The Story Forge: Make Your Own Myth workshops for ages 7–12, running on 12th October at 11:30am and 2pm. Tickets are £12.50 per child. Bring your own lunch and enjoy live music designed especially for families. Or catch their annual free concert at 7pm on 15th October ‘Heroes And Villains’.

There are also free gallery exhibitions to explore, making it a brilliant budget-friendly day out. The Centre is open daily from 8:30am to 10pm.

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‍6. Free Drop-in Fun at Royal Shakespeare Company

For 0-4s explore the story of the witches in Macbeth at this interactive stay and play session on 29 Oct from 10am-2pm. Discover sensory textures, create your own small world, and play with props. Halloween fancy dress is encouraged for this session! Ages 5+ join a creative writing session on 30 Oct 12pm-4pm where you will help create a new murder mystery! Props and short excerpts from Shakespeare's Macbeth can be used to get inspired.

7. St John's Family-Friendly Haunted House

Get spooked as you explore rooms at St John's House, see them as you've never seen them before. Discover the traditional story of Rapunzel and the wicked witch, go on a trail through the woods, past Rapunzel’s tower and watch out for the wicked witch. Kids can make slime to take home, get messy making potions and enjoy messy play! On for 29-31 October.

‍Plan Your Autumn In Warwickshire

We hope this guide to 5 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Warwickshire This Autumn helps you make the most of the school holidays. 

If you’re looking for more ways to keep your kids engaged over half term, book in to our fun-packed, 5* rated holiday camp nearest you! Choose one day or the whole week, we offer flexible booking options to suit your schedule.