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Lantern making workshop at Trowbridge Museum

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Make a basic triangular lantern, which can then be adapted and decorated with coloured tissue paper to suit the Natural World theme for the Christmas lantern parade. Suitable for age 8+ years. Sessions run 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm.

Vintage children’s animation shows at Museum of Bath at Work

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An opportunity to see the children’s tv animations your parents and grandparents watched when they were little and a trip down ‘memory lane’ for the adults! Episodes of Trumpton, Noggin the Nog, The Clangers, Bagpuss, and Ivor the Engine will be screened. Suitable for ages 5-11 years.

Residential Riding Camp at Stonar School

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Three days of riding, stable management and equestrian activities designed to give the opportunity to develop riding skills, build confidence and enjoy time with horses in a friendly, fun and supportive environment. Camps run 24-26 October and 28-30 October; suitable for ages 8-16 years and includes lunch and use of a Stonar pony.

Revolting Roman Remedies at Roman Baths

The Roman Baths Revolting Roman Remedies



Step into the sandals of a Roman doctor-in-training and meet patients with mysterious ailments. Track down the cures they need, uncovering the fascinating beliefs behind Roman healthcare along the way. You can also meet a Roman doctor (24 October-1 November) and discover how people were treated nearly 2,000 years ago, learning about the herbs, honey...

Musical Theatre Medley Workshop at Prior Park Colllege

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Musical theatre workshop of a medley of shows including Wicked, Greatest Showman, Addams Family and more with a full performance (3-3:30pm). Suitable for ages 6-16 years; early drop off including drama games, arts and crafts and sibling discount available.

Cricket Camp at Bath Cricket Club

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Go on a journey around the cricketing world, with each day inspired by a different country and a different style of cricket. Over the week, players will experience batting, bowling, fielding, wicketkeeping, running between the wickets, tactics and plenty of fun indoor games. All sessions will take place indoors. Monday & Friday girls only (ages...

Haunted Hawks at Bird of Prey Project

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Celebrate Halloween in and amongst real hawks and owls starting with a sunset flying display over the pumpkin-scattered meadow, then visit the birds and take part in creepy crawly activities and games and learn about wildlife, conservation and the importance of the bugs, beetles and creepy-crawlies for nature everywhere.

Halloween Adventure at Bowood

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Explore the grounds by taking part in a pumpkin trail throughout the grounds, as well as arts crafts activities and more.

Get Sported Holiday Camps 2026

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Camps at St Gregory’s 16-18 February, 7-10 April, 26-28 May, 27-30 July, 3-6 August, 10-13 August, 26-28 October Camps at Winsley Primary, Bradford-On-Avon Camps 13-14 April, 23-24 July

KES Adventures October Half Term Holiday Camps at King Edward’s School

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Full of variety, creativity, and energy – ensuring children have an unforgettable experience whether they prefer to kick back and craft away, or head outside and get active. Activities include laser tag, zorbing, soft archery, Nerf battles, arts & crafts (with keepsakes to treasure), team games and challenges, Friday party day, featuring fancy dress, bouncy...

Half-term creative activities at Chippenham Museum

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Free activities inspired by the current exhibition and museum collections. Free Quiet Time sessions are available 9-10am (booking essential), please book in advance spaces are limited. These sessions take place before the museum opens for those who may find the busy nature of the drop-in sessions overwhelming or those who simply prefer a calm, relaxed...

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