October Half Term Activities Across Northumberland
It's October Half Term next week already! if you are looking for some fun activities for over the holiday break see below for just some of the activities and events happening across the area.
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Active Northumberland - Swimming Sessions
Active Northumberland’s fang-tastic 
half term swimming sessions are open to book!
Start boo-king 
TODAY on the Active Northumberland App, call the team on 01670 620200 or speak to reception!
Plan your Halloween half term here: https://bit.ly/OctHalfTerm2023
Druridge Bay - Pumkin Carving Event
Carve a pumpkin for just £3 on Sat 28 & Sun 29th Oct
Book your slot by emailing druridgebay@northumberland.gov.uk with the following details: Child's name, Parent/Carers name, email, contact number and your preferred date and time.
Places are limited so book your slot asap to avoid disappointment #Halloween #Northumberland #FamilyFun
Full Circle Food Project
Friends of Ashington Community Woods
Heart of the Hirst
Ashington Hirst Welfare Centre
Northumberland Communities Together
Ready for some spooktacular fun this half-term?
View the programme guide here 
https://nland.cc/atm23
Discover #FamilyHub Halloween parties and pumpkin patches, bonfire nights, and community events in your area 
Northumberland Wildlife Trust
Our Young People's Forum member, Lily, wrote a blog about her journey to hosting her Wild Stories workshop, which will be held on Monday 30th October at Seven Stories The National Centre for Children's Books, and how this workshop may change how people see the future of climate change!
Amazing work Lily!
https://www.nwt.org.uk/.../why-read-stories-about-future...
Who doesn’t love seeing the beautiful orange and golds of autumn leaves? 
Have you spotted any on your #BigWildWalk?
T.E.A.M Residents
Woodhorn Museum - From 28th October to 5th November 2023
Pumpkin Trail
Pick up your trail sheet and then explore the museum and colliery buildings to try and find all the hidden pumpkins.
Count how many you can find and make your way to the Welcome desk with your completed trail sheet. If you’ve spotted them all then you’ll be rewarded with a small sweet treat!
The Pumpkin Trail is included as part of your Annual Pass admission. If you don’t already have one, you can buy your Annual Pass online ahead of your visit or when you arrive at the museum. The Annual Pass prices are only £7 for adults, £6 for concessions and children (16 or under) come in FREE!
Spooky Spiders
Make and decorate your own wooden spider decoration in these free and family friendly craft sessions. A helpful member of staff will be on hand to help with this activity.
During your visit, you can also pick up a trail sheet and explore the spooky corners of Woodhorn Museum on our popular Pumpkin Trail!
This is a free activity as part of your Museums Northumberland annual pass where kids go free.
This activity is supported by Northumberland County Council and Arts Council England.
Birds of Prey
The popular and interactive flying displays take place at 12 noon and 2pm (weather dependent).
Ridgeside Falconry will also be on hand to answer your questions about the birds of prey alongside their static display from 11am – 3pm.
If you are visiting for the Birds of Prey Display you can also enjoy our annual Pumpkin Trail (all day) and make and decorate your own Spooky Spider Decoration (12noon-3pm).
The Birds of Prey display is included as part of your Annual Pass admission. If you don’t already have one, you can buy your Annual Pass online ahead of your visit or when you arrive at the museum. The Annual Pass prices are only £7 for adults, £6 for concessions and children (16 or under) come in FREE!
Visit Woodhorn Museum Websiter Here
