HALF TERM

Hever Castle & Gardens Coldharbour Mill

Heritage With half term round the corner, now is the best time to plan an adventure with all the historians in your life.

Experience 700 years of history at Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Young visitors can let off steam in the adventure playground, take on the challenge of finding their way through the 100 year old Yew Maze or enjoy a ‘fang-tastic’ programme of entertainment over the Halloween Half Term break with prizes for the best Halloween costumes. 01732 865224 // hevercastle.co.uk

Set in the heart of Devon, Coldharbour Mill has been producing high quality yarn and cloth since 1797. Largely untouched since Victorian times the mill is now recognised as one of the finest and best preserved wool mills in the country. Today we offer visitors a unique and hands on experience of a working Victorian factory and how steam and water power changed the world forever. 01884 840960 // coldharbourmill.org.uk

New Lanark

New Lanark is an 18th century former cotton spinning Mill Village by the famous Falls of Clyde waterfalls. Enjoy a wonderful day out this autumn and explore the award-winning Visitor Attraction, Exhibitions, Mill Shops, Mill Café and woodland walks within the Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve. Located centrally under 1 hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh. 01555 661345 // newlanark.org

Brontë Parsonage Museum

Set in the picturesque village of Haworth, the Brontë Parsonage Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Brontëana and offers an inspirational and evocative experience. Costumes from the drama To Walk Invisible are on display until the end of the year, alongside an exhibition marking the bicentenary of Branwell Brontë curated by Simon Armitage. 01535 642323 // bronte.org.uk

Ham House & Garden

Hallowe’en Hocus Pocus: Ghoulish Ghosts and Wicked Witches at Ham House and Garden. Take part in our witch hunt, discover ghostly goings on and ways to ward off witches with our trail through the house and gardens this Hallowe’en half term. There’s spooky storytelling, eerie art and terrible terror tours. 020 89401950 // nationaltrust.org.uk/hamhouse

Northern Ireland War Memorial

Located in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast, the museum tells the story of Northern Ireland in The Second World War. With exhibitions on the Belfast Blitz, the Ulster Home Guard and the roles played by women in the war, the museum remembers the experiences of local people in wartime. Free admission Mon-Fri, 10.00 am- 16.30 pm. 028 9032 0392 // niwarmemorial.org

SeaCity Museum

SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of Southampton and the city’s historic connection with the sea. In addition, as the port from which the 1912 White Star Liner Titanic set sail, Southampton is at the heart of this this fascinating story. Enjoy SeaCity’s exhibition ‘Southampton’s Titanic Story’ and immerse yourself in this interactive experience designed for all ages. 023 8083 3007 // seacitymuseum.co.uk

Haddon Hall

Throughout October Half Term, visitors to Haddon Hall will have the opportunity to delight in a week filled with Halloween activity. ‘Haddoween’ will see the Hall transformed with decorations and special activities such as: face painting, storytelling, crafts and spooky trails for children, and the Haddon Hall restaurant will also be serving up a special Halloween themed menu. 01629 812855 // haddonhall.co.uk

Kiplin Hall

Built in the early part of the 17th century for George Calvert, Secretary of State to James 1 and 1st Lord Baltimore. This lovely house is unassumingly tucked away between Richmond and Northallerton, just 5miles east of the A1. Standing in 100 acres of woodland, gardens and parkland, it has fabulous views across the lake to the Yorkshire Dales. It certainly lives up to its reputation of being ‘A Hidden Gem’. 01748 818178 // kiplinhall.co.uk

Tudor House & Garden

Southampton’s Tudor House reveals over 800 years of history in one fascinating location at the heart of the Old Town. Providing an insight into the lives of its residents through the years, it appeals to visitors of all age. You’ll find the activities, interactive technology and displays a winning combination. Also enjoy refreshments in the beautiful Tudor Knot Garden café. 023 8083 4242 // tudorhouseandgarden.com