October Half Term 2021 – Activities in Surrey and Surrounding Areas
Welcome to our post on October Half Term 2021 – Activities in Surrey and Surrounding Areas. If you’re looking for some inspiration for what to do over this October Half Term then look no further. There’s lots of fun activities going on in Surrey and the surrounding areas. Let’s get going!
RHS Wisley Gardens – Autumn Carnival
When?
23-31st October
Where?
Wisley Lane
WOKING
Surrey
GU23 6QB
What is it?
Find out how the autumn season is celebrated around the world this half term, with hands on activities for all ages, including a garden trail. Don’t miss the autumn circus weekend to launch this fantastic week on 23 and 24 October, with a big top marquee and enthralling performances.
What does it cost?
Entry is included in Garden tickets. Free to Members.
Where can I book?
Click here to book. Pre booking is no longer mandatory but is recommended for half term.
Weald and Downland Museum – Horrible Tasks of the Past!
When?
25-29th October
Where?
Weald & Downland Living Museum,
Town Lane, Singleton,
West Sussex PO18 0EU
What is it?
Learn about the not-so-nice-things that people (including children) had to eat, smell, experience or do as a job or household task in the past!
What does it cost?
It is included in the cost of tickets for the Museum below.
| £15.50 | (£14.00) | Adults |
| £13.50 | (£12.00) | Adults 60+ |
| £7.50 | (£6.50) | Children 5–17 years / full time students |
Children under 4 and under go free. Check here for other Ticket options.
Where can I book?
They request you pre-book tickets which can be done here.
Chessington World of Adventures – Howl’o’ween
When?
16-31st October
Where?
Chessington World of Adventures
Leatherhead Road
Chessington
Surrey
KT9 2NE
What is it?
From the Wild Witches of Adventure Point lurking in gloomy corners, to the Curse Catchers and the Forgotten Forest – Chessington will be all sorts of spooky this half term. There’s also The Legend of the Wild Witches Show! Howl’o’ween includes full theme park and zoo entry.
What does it cost?
Online from £34 per person. Under 3’s go free. For all ticket options click here.
Where can I book?
To book tickets click here.
Legoland Windsor – Brick or Treat
When?
14-31st October
Where?
Winkfield Road
Windsor
Berkshire
SL4 4AY
What is it?
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort will be transformed into a pumpkin-filled wonderland for what is sure to be the most frightfully fun event of the year perfect for the young, and the young at heart!
What does it cost?
Prices from £29, click here for full ticket details. Children under 90cm go free.
Where can I book?
To book tickets click here.
Painshill Park – Fairy Door Trail
When?
October 23rd to November 14th
Where?
Painshill
Cobham,
Surrey,
KT11 1JE
What is it?
Walk around the Painshill landscape and discover a series of secret doors – there are fairies living in the gardens!
Wooden fairy doors are hidden around the woodlands and lake for you and your family to find.
What does it cost?
Adults – £10
Children – £5
Under 5’s go free.
Free for Members. Entry is included in ticket price.
For all ticket options click here.
Where can I book?
Click here to book.
Polesden Lacey – Ignite Ilumination Event
When?
October 22nd to November 7th
Where?
Great Bookham,
near Dorking,
Surrey,
RH5 6BD
What is it?
Experience the enchanting effects of fire, light and lanterns throughout the garden at Polesden Lacey.
Deep in the Surrey Hills, the Edwardian gardens at the National Trust’s Polesden Lacey form the perfect setting for this new, after-dark experience.
What does it cost?
Adult ticket and parking space £22
Adult ticket £15
Child ticket (3-16) £10
Children 2 and under go free.
For full ticket information and prices click here.
Where can I book?
Click here to book. Slots are already selling out so if you want to go book soon.
Hampton Court Palace – Ghost Trail
When?
23-31st October
Where?
Hampton Court Palace,
East Molesey,
Surrey,
KT8 9AU.
What is it?
Visit Hampton Court Palace this October half term if you dare!
Stumble across palace ghosts and ghouls in a brand new self-guided trail, uncovering the tales of Catherine Howard in her chambers, a grey cloaked lady named Sybil Penn, haunted portraits of the damned, and many more…
What does it cost?
Entrance is included in your Palace tickets.
Adult £25.30
Child £12.60
Under 5’s go free.
Click here for further ticket options.
Members go free.
Where can I book?
You can book your tickets here. They advise you to pre book tickets, especially during busy periods.
Thanks for reading our October half term 2021 – activities in Surrey and surrounding areas. If you’d like some Pumpkin picking inspiration check out our 5 fantastic Pumpkin Patches in Surrey and West Sussex.
