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What's On in Wiltshire this Half Term

This October half term, there are plenty activities to look forward to in Wiltshire! From family-friendly arts and crafts, to live musical performances, autumn trails and much more!

This year, October half term runs from Monday 23rd to Friday 27th. All the below events are taking place during the week. Find out what's on in Wiltshire this October half term!

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  1. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Experience - Trowbridge

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    Trowbridge

    The brand new Wizard of Oz Experience! Highly rated on both Apple and Google Play store. Super affordable family and friends fun day out!

    Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure.

    Follow the Yellow Brick Road, crack…

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    From:
    16 Aug 2025to1 Jan 2026
  2. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Experience - Swindon

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    Swindon

    The brand new Wizard of Oz Experience! Highly rated on both Apple and Google Play store. Super affordable family and friends fun day out!

    Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure.

    Follow the Yellow Brick Road, crack…

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    From:
    16 Aug 2025to1 Jan 2026
  3. The Art of Autumn family trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

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    The Art of Autumn family trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    This autumn, bring the whole family to Westonbirt Arboretum and explore the Family Autumn Trail, a hands-on adventure celebrating the season's spectacular colours, textures, and creativity.

    Inspired by our Drawn to Nature trail and the Bedgebury…

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    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2025to30 Nov 2025
  4. Drawn to Nature Autumn Trail - all ages

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    Drawn to Nature Autumn Trail - all ages

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    Arts and Culture

    Forestry England, Tetbury

    This autumn, discover the beauty of Westonbirt Arboretum in a whole new way with the Drawn to Nature Trail, a creative journey inspired by the stunning botanical illustrations from the Bedgebury Florilegium exhibition.

    Featuring nine tree species…

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    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

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    5 Sept 2025to30 Nov 2025
  5. Watercolour Workshops & Short Courses For Beginners @ Fisherton Mill | Sept, Oct, Nov

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    Watercolour Workshops & Short Courses For Beginners @ Fisherton Mill | Sept, Oct, Nov

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    Salisbury

    Watercolour Painting for Beginners | Single Workshops or Short Courses Available

    Come along for a morning of exploration, discovery, and an opportunity to 'play', whilst enjoying the relaxation and mindfulness it brings. I will introduce you to…

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    From:
    12 Sept 2025to5 Nov 2025
  6. Autumn Adventure at Bowood

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    Chippenham

    Spend October Half Term at Bowood House & Gardens. 23rd October - 2nd November, explore the grounds by taking part in our Pumpkin Trail. Enjoy themed Arts & Crafts daily in the Treehouse Cafe.

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    23 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
  7. The Woodbridge Inn Halloween Fest

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    The Woodbridge Inn Halloween Fest

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    Pewsey

    HALLOWEEN FEST AT THE WOODBRIDGE INN ‍♀️
    Free Entry | Family Fun | Autumn Magic

    This October half term, The Woodbridge Inn is bringing the community together for a spooktacular celebration—and everyone's invited!

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    ️ Saturday 25th & Sunday…

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    25 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
  8. Owls by Moonlight

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    Weyhill, Andover

    September 27, October 4, October 11, October 18, October 25
    5:30pm-8:30pm
    This autumn, venture out into the night with the beautiful owls at the Hawk Conservancy Trust. Experience the mystical owls' graceful, silent flights in and out of the…

    Venue

    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2025to25 Oct 2025
  9. Half Term Chocolate Experience

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    Autumn Half Term Chocolate Experience at Hollychocs
    A cosy, hands-on chocolate-making adventure for grown-ups and children aged 5 & up to enjoy together

    Looking for a fun and creative way to spend time with your child or grandchild this October?…

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    From:
    27 Oct 2025to27 Oct 2025
  10. Wonder Gigs: Bigger Kids

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    Wonder Gigs: Bigger Kids

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    Corsham

    Join Filskit Theatre for an uplifting and relaxing hour with a talented live musician playing beautiful acoustic versions of well-known folk, jazz and pop songs. Enjoyable for both big and small ears alike there'll be beautiful, atmospheric sensory…

    Venue

    The Pound Arts Centre, Wiltshire

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    From:
    27 Oct 2025to27 Oct 2025
    From:
    27 Oct 2025to27 Oct 2025
  11. Mud & Guts at Bowood

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    Mud & Guts at Bowood

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    Bowood, Calne

    Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing and fun all within an inspiring, learning and educational environment with Mud & Guts.

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    From:
    28 Oct 2025to28 Oct 2025
    From:
    30 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  12. Creepy Critters Workshop by ZooLab UK  at Bowood

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    Creepy Critters Workshop by ZooLab UK at Bowood

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    Bowood, Calne

    'Creepy Critters' returns this Autumn at Bowood, so when you visit us, please book onto this workshop. A must for Halloween.

    Get up close and hands-on with real live animals at 'Creepy Critters', hosted by ZooLab UK. Meet the likes of Snakes,…

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    28 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
  13. Autumn's Wonders – family event at Westonbirt

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    Autumn's Wonders – family event at Westonbirt

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Taking place in Westonbirt Arboretum's Learning Centre, bring the kids and come along to this half-term event to discover the science behind autumn colour change.

    The children can get creative and make their own autumn leaf crown, or autumn…

    Venue

    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

    Dates

    From:
    28 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  14. Spooky Tours at The Merchant's House!

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    Spooky Tours at The Merchant's House!

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    Halloween

    Marlborough

    A Date for Your Diary... If You Dare! Spooky Fun For Half-Term.
    Step into a world of creepy surprises on our Spooky Tour – perfect for brave explorers! Creep through the witches kitchen (don't worry, they're out shopping for broom polish!). Keep…

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    The Merchant's House, Kennet

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    28 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
    From:
    28 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
  15. Princess Pirate

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    Princess Pirate

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    Corsham

    Pirate Princess is a heartwarming story of hope against adversity told with physical theatre, clowning and circus. This brand new solo show by circus performer and professional idiot Gemma Bond tells the tale of poor shipwrecked Princess Poppy. Can…

    Venue

    The Pound Arts Centre, Wiltshire

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    28 Oct 2025to28 Oct 2025
    From:
    28 Oct 2025to28 Oct 2025
  16. Owl-O-Ween

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Prepare yourself and your little ones for a wickedly spook-tacular family evening this Halloween. You can enjoy some ghostly storytelling and marvel at our owls as they put on two beautiful flying displays against the backdrop of the Trust's moonlit…

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    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

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    29 Oct 2025to29 Oct 2025
    From:
    30 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  17. Swindon French Group

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    Swindon

    Bonjour et bienvenue!
    Join us for a fun and interactive French conversation event in Swindon, Wiltshire! Whether you're a beginner or fluent in French, this event is perfect for practicing your language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.…

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    30 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  18. An Evening of Mediumship

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    Calne

    Calne Town Hall - Available for events and occasions. Hosts of town events including regular evenings of entertainment.

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    30 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  19. An Evening of Mediumship

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    Calne

    Calne Town Hall - Available for events and occasions. Hosts of town events including regular evenings of entertainment.

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    30 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  20. Halloween Disco 2025

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    Halloween Disco 2025

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    Trowbridge

    Get ready to boogie with a spooky twist at the Halloween Disco 2025 at The Civic, Trowbridge! Join us on Friday 31st October from 8PM to 12.30AM for a night of electrifying music, dazzling lights, and ghoulish good times.

    Bringing the beats from…

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    31 Oct 2025to31 Oct 2025
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