Autumn Events

Wrap up warm and head out with the family to make the most of the events that are back and happening right on your doorstep! These are the ones not to be missed, so make sure you grab your tickets as soon as you can!

HEAD TO WINDSOR FOR A HAUNTINGLY GOOD HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN PARTY!

Hosted by Windsor Royal Station this free family event takes place on Saturday 30th October from 10am – 4pm and must not be missed! Carve your very own pumpkin; pumpkins are free, but they will be collecting donations for the Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice. Booking will be required online. W: www.windsorroyalstation.co.uk

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR FAMILY RACEDAY SETS THE SKIES ALIGHT

The Jumps season returns to Ascot with a bang at their annual fireworks spectacular on Saturday 30th October. A high-quality card, featuring the £100,000 Sodexo Gold Cup Chase, is followed by one of the region’s largest fireworks displays featuring a breath-taking pyro-musical show with over 20,000 fireworks as the spectacular finale to a spooktacular family day out. On all Hallows’ Eve, they are getting preparations underway for a frightfully fun Halloween. Watch out for creepy crawly animal handling, pumpkin carving, spooky themed arts and crafts and a slippery slime workshop. As a real treat, younger racegoers can enrol in Magician School where they can learn a few tricks of their own! For the big kids and thrill-seekers, free fairground rides and adrenaline attractions will be at the racecourse throughout the day. See contact details to book tickets or for further information. T: 0344 346 3000 W: www.ascot.co.uk

JURASSIC FIREWORK NIGHT IN WINDSOR

ROOOAAARRR! Go back to the Stone Age and meet the Dinosaurs as Windsor Racecourse lay on their spectacular Jurassic Firework Night on Saturday 6th November. In this Jurassic world you’ll be amazed at the lifelike walking, animatronic Raptor and Triceratops, the hand-held operating ‘live’ baby dinosaurs and the Tyrannosaurus Rex. If you manage to avoid the roaming monsters, you can head over to the fun fair for some thrilling rides suitable for all ages and, to keep you fed and toasty, there will be a choice of light bites, warm snacks and other bonfire night favourites available from the concession stands. Then it’s time for the main attraction! At approximately 7.45pm the pyrotechnics team will light the touch paper and unleash the HUGE firework fiesta featuring a dazzling display of rockets, Catherine wheels, fountains and more, set to some blockbuster hits. And don’t worry if the weather is wet, as there’s a covered viewing area. After the display, you can stay on and continue to enjoy the rides, great food and entertainment but don’t forget to pay a visit to the dinosaur egg to see if it has hatched after all the excitement! For more information and tickets see the website. W: www.windsor-racecourse.co.uk

FRIGHT FIESTA AT GULLIVER’S LAND

This October half-term it’s all about colour, costumes and music at Gulliver’s Land Milton Keynes. The popular theme park is getting ready to celebrate the spookiest season of the year. Gulliver’s Land has extra surprises and treats for their ghoulish guests, and you can join the fun from Saturday 23rd October. Book early and save more on your theme park tickets. You don’t have to travel far for a frightfully fun adventure! Visit the website for more information and to book. W: www.gulliverslandresort.co.uk

JOIN COBBS FARM FOR PUMPKIN PICKING THIS OCTOBER

Open seven days a week, from Saturday 16th October to Sunday 31st October (if they still have some pumpkins left to pick!) Opening times: 10am until 3pm – and there’s no need to book this year! When you arrive at Cobbs, head up to the Bus Café and pick up a wheelbarrow. After picking a pumpkin (or two), please return to their Bus Café to pay for your pumpkins. The Bus Café will be open for milkshakes, hot drinks, snacks, and cakes! Please note: If you would like to join them for breakfast or lunch in the main café, they highly recommend booking a table before visiting. W: cobbsfarmshops.co.uk/book-a-table T: 01488 686770 W: cobbsfarmshps.co.uk/pumpkin-picking E: hungerfordshop@cobbsfarmshops.co.uk

HEAD TO SOUTH HILL PARK’S CRAFT & DESIGN FAIR FOR AN OUTSTANDING EXHIBITION OF QUALITY CRAFTS

Head off and enjoy some of the UK’s best handmade crafts at South Hill Park Arts Centre – you’ll appreciate all the quality you’ve come to expect at their Craft & Design Fair, without the entry cost! On Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th November this popular fair brings over forty artists from around the country to display and sell their range of designs, unique gifts and festive wares. Parking at South Hill Park is free, although please note spaces are limited. T: 01344 484123 W: www.southhillpark.org.uk