What's On this October Half Term

From pumpkin carving and Halloween decorating to live music and exhibitions, there is plenty to enjoy across Wiltshire this October Half Term! With colder nights creeping near and festivities on the horizon, discover more with the family, during your visit this month!

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Magic of Maples Family Trail at Westonbirt

Step into a world of fiery reds, glowing oranges and golden yellows at Forestry England's Westonbirt, The National Arboretum as you explore the brand-new family trail through dog friendly Silk Wood.

The Magic of Maples trail reveals the secrets, stories and surprising science behind some of Westonbirt's most spectacular autumn trees. Inspired by the National Collection of Maples, this self-led adventure is packed with hands-on activities, fascinating discoveries and imaginative challenges for curious minds of all ages.

Bowood Halloween Adventures

Enjoy a fun family day out at Bowood this October half term! Follow the Pumpkin Trail through the grounds, enjoy spectacular falconry displays and take part in plenty of arts of crafts, packed with creative activities and seasonal inspiration for all ages. Don’t miss the stunning autumn colours as you stroll through the Arboretum! There’s something for everyone to enjoy this October at Bowood.

Pumpkin Carving at The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum, Salisbury

Get into the Halloween spirit this October and join us at The Wardrobe for some spooky, family-friendly pumpkin carving fun! Choose your pumpkin, get creative and carve your very own Halloween masterpiece. Once you've finished carving, explore our spooky Halloween trail through the museum and garden. Keep your eyes peeled for creepy surprises and see what you can uncover along the way!

Halloween Trail at REME Museum

Follow the frightfully fun trail this Halloween and explore the museum galleries alongside ghosts, spiders, monsters, bats and more! Find the spooky characters, solve the clues and discover the Halloween secret... Who ate all the sweets?!

Spooky Owl Week at Hawk Conservancy Trust

Head just outside the Wiltshire borders, to Hawk Conservancy Trust for a display like no other this Halloween! Over the October half term enjoy an autumnal day out in the Hampshire countryside, surrounded by the beauty of nature as the seasons change, and the Hawk Conservancy Trust's beautiful birds swooping and soaring overhead. PLUS, spooky added extras for this week only.

Spooky Tours at The Merchant’s House

Ten mischievous black cats are hiding throughout The Merchant’s House, and they each have a secret to reveal this Halloween! Become a Cat Detective and explore the remarkable 17th-century house on a self-guided family adventure. As you make your way through its historic rooms, hunt down the cats' portraits and uncover ten hidden clues. Solve them all to discover the magic word that will lead you to the mysterious Witch's Cat.

Find out what else is taking place in and around Wiltshire this October Half Term.